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VOLUNTEER ASSISTANT
Professional Summary
- Certified Dental Assistant with excellent charting, scheduling, phone, filing and customer service skills.
- Experience assisting with direct patient care.
- Empathetic dental assistant with a record of reassuring and alleviating patient fears.
- Enthusiastic about dental health and enjoys educating patients about personal dental care, hygiene and preventative techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Microbiology and Cell Science2014University of FloridaCity, State, United States of America
3.5 GPA
High School Diploma: Dual Enrollment2011School for Advanced StudiesCity, State, United States of America
3.9 GPA
6.1 Weighted GPA
Associate of Arts: Biology/Pre-dentistry2011Miami Dade CollegeCity, State, United States of America
3.9 GPA
Dual Enrollment
Graduated With Highest Honors
Licenses
- Certified Dental Assistant (University of Florida College of Dentistry)
- AHA BLS Certified Healthcare Provider
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training
- OSHA
- HIPAA
Skill Highlights
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Professional Experience
Volunteer AssistantChrist HospitalLiberty Township , OH
- Properly sterilized dental equipment and examination rooms in accordance with infection control policies.
- Greeted and prepared patients for dental examinations.
- Routinely restocked supplies.
- Correctly arranged instrument trays prior to dental procedures and surgeries.
- Proficiently assisted dentist with diagnostic, preventative, general, orthodontic, endodontic, surgical and periodontic procedures.
- Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and prevention of dental diseases.
- Consistently ensured the functioning and sterilization of equipment being used.
- Consistently followed protocols regarding quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, charting and emergencies.
Private Tutor12/2014 to CurrentAlign TechnologyPanama City , FL
- Courses instructed: Elementary mathematics & reading comprehension, Algebra I, Algebra II, Chemistry, AP Biology, SAT, DAT, TEAS.
- Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
- Implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course materials.
- Performed student background reviews to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Developed, administered and corrected tests and quizzes in a timely manner.
- Received high remarks for the creativity of lesson plans and instructional techniques from students and parents.
Volunteer Assistant06/2014 to 03/2015Align TechnologyMorrisville , PA
- Greeted and prepared patients for dental examinations.
- Properly sterilized dental equipment and examination rooms in accordance with infection control policies.
- Performed four-handed and six-handed surgical assisting.
- Proficiently assisted dentist with diagnostic, preventative, general, orthodontic, endodontic, surgical and periodontic procedures.
- Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and prevention of dental diseases.
- Expertly managed difficult or emotional patient situations and responded promptly to patient needs.
- Consistently followed protocols regarding quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, charting and emergencies.
- Learned about temperomandibular joint disorder symptoms and methods of treatment and care for patients
- Assisted in surgery to prepare the mouth for dental extractions and aid in regenerating bone and gum tissues.
- Observed a mandibular bone transplant
- Observed treatment planning for mandibular implants
Volunteer Assistant08/2013 to 12/2013Dr. Garvey At Tacachale ClinicCity , STATE
- Greeted and prepared patients for dental examinations.
- Properly sterilized dental equipment and examination rooms in accordance with infection control policies.
- Learned how to work in an office that specifically accommodated physically and intellectually disabled individuals
- Made preliminary impressions for study casts.
- Filled out manual dental charts
- Proficiently assisted dentist with diagnostic, preventative, general, orthodontic, endodontic, surgical and periodontic procedures.
- Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and prevention of dental diseases.
- Expertly charted conditions of decay and disease to prepare for diagnosis and treatment by dentist (manual).
- Learned the importance of accommodating the office for patients with disabilities .
- Consistently followed protocols regarding quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, charting and emergencies.
- Expertly managed difficult or emotional patient situations and responded promptly to patient needs.
Assistant05/2012 to 08/2012Dr. Alvaro Linhares ProsthodonticsCity , STATE
- Greeted and prepared patients for dental examinations.
- Properly sterilized dental equipment and examination rooms in accordance with infection control policies.
- Correctly arranged instrument trays prior to dental procedures and surgeries.
- Observed surgical insertion of an implants and bone grafts
- Four-handed dental assisting
- Proficiently assisted dentist with diagnostic, preventative, general, orthodontic, endodontic, surgical and periodontic procedures.
- Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and prevention of dental diseases.
- Recommended products and devices for patients' home care.
- Consistently followed protocols regarding quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, charting and emergencies.
- Closely evaluated the position of wisdom teeth to determine any existing or potential problems.
- Assisted in surgery to prepare the mouth for dental implants and aid in regenerating bone and gum tissues.
- Consistently ensured the functioning and sterilization of equipment being used.
- Consistently followed protocols regarding quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, charting and emergencies.
- Educated patients regarding preventive dental care, plaque control, causes and treatment of dental problems and oral healthcare services.
- Expertly managed difficult or emotional patient situations and responded promptly to patient needs.
Sales Associate05/2011 to 08/2011Sunglass HutCity , STATE
- Computed sales prices, total purchases and processed payments.
- Described merchandise and explain quality of merchandise to customers.
- Recommended merchandise based on customer needs.
- Guided customers in choosing items that reflected personal style and shape.
- Explained information about the quality, value and style of products to Influence customer buying decisions.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices.
- Placed special orders and called other stores to find desired items.
- Operated a cash register to process cash, check and credit card transactions.
- Facilitated monthly and quarterly physical inventory counts.
- Replenished floor stock and processed shipments to ensure product availability for customers.
- Operated in a fast-paced, competitive environment due to commission-based salaries.
- Responsible for maintaining store organization, appearance, and cleanliness.
- Followed appropriate cleaning, inventory, and security measures upon closing the store.
Shadow/Volunteer05/2011 to 06/2011Drs. Brilliant, Rothenberg, And Meister OrthodonticsCity , STATE
- Made preliminary impressions for study casts.
- Properly sterilized dental equipment and examination rooms in accordance with infection control policies.
- Correctly arranged instrument trays prior to dental procedures.
- Educated patients regarding preventive dental care, plaque control, causes and treatment of dental problems and oral healthcare services.
- Consistently ensured the functioning and sterilization of equipment being used.
- Operated in a busy, fast-paced environment.
Sales Associate02/2011 to 05/2011Hollister Co.City , STATE
- Computed sales prices, total purchases and processed payments.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices.
- Recommended merchandise based on customer needs.
- Operated a cash register to process cash, check and credit card transactions.
- Guided customers in choosing items that reflected personal style and shape.
- Replenished floor stock to ensure product availability for customers.
- Maintained a neat store appearance at all times.
- Greeted customers and ensured a pleasant shopping experience.
- Oversaw fitting rooms and sales floor for loss prevention.
- Followed procedures for cleaning store upon opening and closing.
Community Service
ASDA (American Student Dental Association) 2011-2014:
- Active Member: Fundraised and participated on behalf of ASDA every year at charity or awareness events such as March of Dimes, Relay for Life, Dodgeball for Diabetes, and Dance Marathon.
- Youth tooth: taught basic dental care concepts at local elementary schools through the use of fun activities such as coloring dental anatomy diagrams and chewing on colorful plaque disclosing tablets .
- WeCare: assisted dental students at the Santa Fe College clinic while they provided dental care to Gainesville residents at an affordable cost.
- Mighty Molar: attended a yearly UF College of Dentistry field day at Lake Wauberg for faculty, students, and UF's pre-dental ASDA members.
ASDA Board of Directors
- Planned fundraisers and social events: laser tag at Splitz Laser Runner, Kaplan DAT Trivia Night at Beef O'Brady's, and fundraiser at Mochi Frozen Yogurt.
- Fulfilled weekly office hour duties: assisted members with questions or concerns and planned events.
- Recruitment: Tabled at events such as the UF Pre-Health Kickoff and all club fairs held in front of the Reitz student union.
- Organization and participation: helped organize monthly club meetings.
Florida National Dental Convention2012: attendee
CHSC (Collegiate Health Service Corps) Member
- Kick Butts Day: passed out flyers, mints, and spoke to passerby outside of Shands Hospital to raise awareness of UF's tobacco-free policy
- Harbor Chase Nursing Home: volunteered on weekends to play board games and spend time with residents
- HEROES in Healthcare Summit: Participated in the discussion/Q&A with Gainesville community health leaders and health professionals regarding health disparities and applied solutions to current and future healthcare issues
Accomplishments
- Florida Bright Futures scholarship recipient (Florida Academic Scholars) 2011-2015
- U.S. Endoscopy Scholarship recipient 2011-2012 & 2012-2013
- CALS Scholarship recipient 2012-2013
- School for Advanced Studies Spirit of Excellence Award 2011
- President's Volunteer Service Award (Gold) 2010
Languages
- English (fluent)
- Portuguese (fluent)
- Spanish (proficient)
- French (beginner)
Skills
- Ability to work with several operating systems, including Windows and Mac OSX
- Anticipating sequence of dental Procedures
- Attention to detail
- Bilingual
- Building rapport
- Caring attitude
- Collaborating
- Communication
- Complying with protocols and standards
- CPR
- Customer Service
- Empathy
- Flexible
- Handling equipment with care
- Infection control skills
- Interpersonal
- Listening
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
- Mastery of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Multitasking
- Organization
- Personable
- Prepare dental materials and instruments
- Reassuring Nervous Patients
- Reliability
- Sterilizing Instruments
- Taking dental impressions
- Teamwork
- Verbal communication skills
Interests
- Jiu-Jitsu self-defense (6 years)
- Competitive swimming (3 years)
- Running (5k and 10k events)
- Hiking
- Paddle-boarding
- Yoga (Ashtanga and Vinyasa)
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Resume Overview
School Attended
- University of Florida
- School for Advanced Studies
- Miami Dade College
Job Titles Held:
- Volunteer Assistant
- Private Tutor
- Assistant
- Sales Associate
- Shadow/Volunteer
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science : Microbiology and Cell Science 2014
High School Diploma : Dual Enrollment 2011
Associate of Arts : Biology/Pre-dentistry 2011
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