Ava Van Der Smit
Summary
Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting, and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Land O'Lakes Dental
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Assisted dentists in performing comprehensive oral examinations, contributing to the detection of early signs of dental issues.
Painter
Christian Beusekom
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
- Corrected surface imperfections by filling cracks, holes, and joints.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Repaired wall holes and scrapes.
- Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
Expo
The Canadian Brewhouse
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, ensuring the comfort of guests throughout their visit.
- Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Rearranged tables and chairs for large parties and retrieved high chairs for children.
- Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
Crew Trainer
McDonald's
12.2020 - 01.2023
- Researched training programs to stay up to date with current trends and relevant with job responsibilities and requirements.
- Implemented regular evaluations of training programs, using feedback to make updates as needed for continued effectiveness.
- Created and oversaw new employee training programs for operations.
- Conducted hands-on demonstrations and practical exercises to reinforce learning concepts.
- Taught new team members correct procedures for all areas of operations.
- Organized cross-training initiatives to promote versatility among team members and enhance overall productivity levels.
Education
No Degree - Kindergarten And Elementary
Providence Christian School
Monarch, ABCertificate - Dental Assisting
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Calgary, AB06.2024
High School Diploma -
Immanuel Christian Secondary School
Lethbridge, AB06.2023
Skills
- Goal Setting and Prioritization
- Time Management Capabilities
- Multitasking proficiency
- Infection control proficiency
- Oral hygiene education
- Dental procedure assistance
- Restorative Dentistry Support
- Digital X-ray processing
- Periodontal charting familiarity
- Endodontic treatment aid
- Coronal polishing competency
- Fluoride treatment administration
- Treatment room setup
Accomplishments
CPR certificate (BLS program)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Dutch
Elementary
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Land O'Lakes Dental
06.2024 - 06.2024
Painter
Christian Beusekom
07.2023 - 08.2023
Expo
The Canadian Brewhouse
02.2023 - 06.2023
Crew Trainer
McDonald's
12.2020 - 01.2023
No Degree - Kindergarten And Elementary
Providence Christian School
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
Immanuel Christian Secondary School
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