Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Languages
Timeline
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Alexandra Gilliland

Port Coquitlam,BC

Summary

To find work in a fast paced, challenging and team oriented

field . I am a graduate from the University of Saskatchewan Dental

Assisting program, class of 2020. I relocated to Port Coquitlam

In 2021, I am highly motivated to explore a new career path with Translink as a Skytrain Attendant.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT

Glen Park Dental
07.2021 - Current

• Performed basic maintenance tasks for dental equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and safety standards.

• Collaborated seamlessly with a diverse team of dental professionals, fostering a supportive and efficient work environment.

• Excelled in customer service and communication skills, providing exceptional care and building positive relationships with patients.

• Prioritized patient comfort and safety during procedures, demonstrating empathy and attentiveness throughout their dental visits.

• Maintained meticulous cleanliness and organization of the dental operatory, contributing to a hygienic and welcoming atmosphere for patients and staff alike.

DENTAL ASSISTANT

YXE Dental
10.2020 - 04.2021
  • Responsible for efficiently setting up and preparing operatories for dental procedures & delivering patient care
  • Supported a demanding group practice servicing 30+ patients a day by assisting chairside, sterilizing instruments, and helping at reception
  • Exposing quality digital X-rays while maintaining patient safety and following all guidelines
  • Performing coronal polishes and providing oral hygiene instruction to patients of all ages
  • Adapting to and adhering to all implemented COVID-19 protocols
  • Scheduling appointments, documenting dental procedures, 4-handed dentistry, and other duties.

Retail and Food Service Experience:

Starbucks Canada, WC Foods, L Brands, H&B
01.2014 - 10.2019
  • Maintained positive customer relationships and built rapid rapport to drive sales targets.
  • Facilitated regular team meetings to review progress, exchange ideas, and align objectives for optimal performance outcomes.
  • Managed product inventory and backstock to ensure loss prevention was being upheld by employees.
  • Maintained the appearance of stores and restaurants to ensure clients were having a positive in-store experience.

Education

Certificate in Dental Assisting -

University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
10.2020

High School Diploma -

Centennial Collegiate
Saskatoon, SK
07.2015

Skills

  • Maintaining sterile and safe environment that is welcoming to all patients
  • Excellent manual dexterity
  • Patient management
  • Adherence to confidentiality standards
  • Treatment room setup and sanitation
  • Excellent chairside manner
  • Computer literacy
  • Punctual & reliable

Certification

  • Basic Life Support Provider (Heart& Stroke foundation)
  • WHIMIS 2015
  • COVID-19 Health and Safety Course (U of S)

References

  • Stanley Mah, Skytrain Attendant, Referall, stanley_mah@bcrtc.bc.ca
  • Christine Downing, Program Instructor, U of S Dental Clinic, 105 Wiggins Rd, Saskatoon, SK, S7N 5E4, (306)-966-5229, christine.downing@usask.ca
  • Dr. Donald Hui, DMD owner, YXE Dental, 3110 8 St E #9, Saskatoon, SK, S7H 0W2, (306)987-3333, dr.donald.hui@gmail.com
  • Toni Wirll, RDT, YXE Dental, 3110 8 St E #9, Saskatoon, SK, S7H 0W2, (306)-291-5117, tkramer11@yahoo.com
  • Mr. Tyler Sayese, Hillberg& Berk, Centre Mall Manager, (306)-850-8742, tyler.sayese@hillbergandberk.com

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT

Glen Park Dental
07.2021 - Current

DENTAL ASSISTANT

YXE Dental
10.2020 - 04.2021

Retail and Food Service Experience:

Starbucks Canada, WC Foods, L Brands, H&B
01.2014 - 10.2019

Certificate in Dental Assisting -

University of Saskatchewan

High School Diploma -

Centennial Collegiate
Alexandra Gilliland