Kierstyn Horne
@kierstynhorne
Experienced dental assistant skilled in radiography, chairside assisting, and infection control.
What I'm looking for
I am a licensed dental radiographer and expanded functions dental assistant with seven years of hands-on experience across general, surgical and orthodontic practices. I hold certifications in HIPAA, CPR/First Aid, DANB radiology review and OSHA infection control training.
I excel at chairside assisting, 4-handed dentistry, radiographic imaging (2-D, panoramic, CBCT), and clinical procedures from impressions and provisional restorations to simple surgical extractions and PRF/PRP blood draws. I am experienced in sterilization, infection control, OSHA and PHI/HIPAA compliance.
My mission is to provide calm, informed patient care and to support clinical teams with efficient operatory setup, accurate imaging, and consistent adherence to safety standards. I thrive in collaborative environments that value patient comfort and clinical excellence.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Dental Assistant
Ekos Dental Group
Jul 2022 - Aug 2023 (1 year 1 month)
Provided chairside dental assisting, radiography, and infection-control support for restorative, surgical, and radiographic procedures. Maintained HIPAA compliance, sterilization protocols, and radiography safety standards.
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
Nov 2021 - Jul 2022 (8 months)
Supported general dentistry operations including chairside assisting, radiographic imaging, and emergency medical response preparation. Completed medical emergency training and upheld infection-control and safety procedures.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Stewart Flamenbaum D.D.S.
Dec 2018 - Nov 2021 (2 years 11 months)
Performed chairside assisting, prepared operatory setups, assisted with extractions and restorative procedures, and managed sterilization workflows. Conducted radiographic imaging and supported patient education and postoperative care.
Equestrian Senior Staff
Camp Lohikan
May 2020 - Aug 2021 (1 year 3 months)
Led equestrian programming and supervised senior-staff responsibilities including instruction, horse care, and camper safety. Managed daily operations of the equestrian unit and mentored junior staff.
Dental Assistant
ABC Dental Temp Agency
Oct 2018 - Jan 2020 (1 year 3 months)
Provided temporary dental assisting across multiple practices, performing chairside support, radiographic positioning, and operatory turnover to maintain clinic throughput. Adapted to varied office protocols while ensuring infection-control standards.
Dental Assistant
National Dental
Mar 2016 - Jan 2017 (10 months)
Supported clinical dental procedures including impressions, provisional crown fabrication, and basic surgical assistance while maintaining sterile environments and patient monitoring. Assisted with radiographs and charting.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts, Biology
Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the University of Florida, awarded in 2021.
Dowling College
Bachelor of Science, Marine Studies
Studied Marine Studies toward a Bachelor of Science at Dowling College in Oakdale, NY. Program was incomplete with attendance noted in 2015.
Suffolk County Community College
Associate of Arts, Early Childhood Education and Child Study
Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education and Child Study from Suffolk County Community College, completed in 2012.
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