Sara Hudgins
Nashville
Summary
Looking to obtain a long term challenging career that utilizes my previous skills while contributing towards expanding and enriching my professionalism through new experiences.
Professional with robust background in directing and managing large-scale operations, consistently driving success through strategic planning and execution. Adept at implementing innovative solutions that enhance productivity and operational effectiveness. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving business needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Restorative Functions/Lead EFDA
Center for Advanced Dentistry
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Lead role in providing quality dental care to our patients
- preparing treatment rooms
- Collect/prepare dental cases (ship/receive/track)
- All supplies inventory/ordering/budgeting
- ensuring the comfort of patients
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Fabricate crowns
- Perform all EFDA duties
- sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary equipment is ready
- Take dental X-rays
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Maintain accurate patient records and document treatment plans
- Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment
- CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software for dental restorations is a plus
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations and commitment to patient privacy
- Experience working with Dentrix is desirable
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Lead Assistant/ EFDA
Heartland Dental Care
12.2016 - 05.2021
- Built strong relationships with patients through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Facilitated training for associates through daily coaching and regular performance reviews.
- Improved internal communication by initiating regular team meetings and creating a shared work calendar.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining processes and implementing efficient task management systems.
- Led a team of assistants, ensuring timely completion of projects and maintaining high-quality standards.
- Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment
- Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history in order to provide quality care
- Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments (iTero 3D scanner, digital photography, etc.)
- Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act
- Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping
- Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
- Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed
- Partner with the providers and team to implement company dental systems and maximize office workflow
Lead Dental Assistant
Green Hills Smiles
11.2015 - 12.2016
- Assist Doctor, surgical, implants, endo, and restorative procedures
- Pre-Op/Post-Op Instructions, Handel all Lab cases, coronal polishing, sterilization & instrument processing, impressions, temporaries, retainer/whitening tray, handled supply inventory & ordering
- Insurance benefits/eligibility info & submit claims
- Open Dental
- Fax/scan/file
- Run EOD
- Schedule/confirm appointments
- TX plan, patient care, Phone in prescriptions to pt
- Pharmacies
- Check-in/out pts
- Follow HIPPA/OSHA guidelines
Benefits Coordinator
Westhaven Dentistry/Grassland Dentistry
05.2016 - 11.2016
- Oversee Dental benefits for 4 office locations
- Used remote access into multiple locations in order to input eligibility and benefit info
- Fax/scan/file
- Run EOD
- Eaglesoft
- Answer multiple phone lines
- Schedule/confirm appointments
- TX plan
- Call in prescriptions to local pharmacies
- Mail/electronically submit insurance claims
- Check-in/out pts if needed
Education
Dental College - Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN10.2019
Dental Hygiene -
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN01.2015
RDA, Registered Dental Assistant -
Dental Staff School of Tennessee
Franklin, TN01.2013
Bachelor Of Communication Studies - Broadcast Communications and Public Relations, Electronic Media Journalism
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN01.2012
Communications -
University Maryland University College Europe
Spangdahlem, Germany01.2009
Skills
- Multicultural awareness
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Team management
- Operations management
- Creativity and innovation
- Strategies and goals
- Employee development
- Issues resolution
- Rules and regulations
- Charismatic leader
- Logistics management
- Team collaboration
- Task delegation
- Effective leader
Licensenumber
19102
Certification
Restorative Functions
Coronal Polishing
Nitrous Oxide Monitoring
Sealant Certification
Dental Radiology
Timeline
Director of Restorative Functions/Lead EFDA
Center for Advanced Dentistry
05.2021 - 08.2024
Lead Assistant/ EFDA
Heartland Dental Care
12.2016 - 05.2021
Benefits Coordinator
Westhaven Dentistry/Grassland Dentistry
05.2016 - 11.2016
Lead Dental Assistant
Green Hills Smiles
11.2015 - 12.2016
Dental Hygiene -
Tennessee State University
RDA, Registered Dental Assistant -
Dental Staff School of Tennessee
Communications -
University Maryland University College Europe
Restorative Functions
Coronal Polishing
Nitrous Oxide Monitoring
Sealant Certification
Dental Radiology
Dental College - Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary
University of Memphis
Bachelor Of Communication Studies - Broadcast Communications and Public Relations, Electronic Media Journalism
Middle Tennessee State University
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