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Ava Van Der Smit

Coalhurst,AB

Summary

Dynamic Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Horizon Family Dental, excelling in infection control and patient education. Proven ability to enhance treatment efficiency through effective time management and multitasking. Skilled in digital X-ray processing, contributing to accurate diagnostics and improved patient outcomes. Committed to maintaining high standards of care and safety.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Horizon family Dental
Taber, Alberta
08.2024 - Current
  • Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized dental instruments effectively.
  • Supported dentists during procedures by providing necessary tools and materials.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards consistently.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.

Dental Assistant

Land O'Lakes Dental
06.2024 - 06.2024
  • 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.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.

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.

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

Certificate - Dental Assisting

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Calgary, AB
06.2024

High School Diploma -

Immanuel Christian Secondary School
Lethbridge, AB
06.2023

No Degree - Kindergarten And Elementary

Providence Christian School
Monarch, AB

Skills

  • Goal setting and prioritization
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Infection control
  • Oral hygiene education
  • Dental assistance
  • Restorative dentistry support
  • Digital X-ray processing
  • Periodontal charting
  • Endodontic aid
  • Coronal polishing
  • Fluoride administration
  • Treatment room setup

Accomplishments

CPR certificate (BLS program)

Languages

1,5

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Horizon family Dental
08.2024 - Current

Dental Assistant

Land O'Lakes Dental
06.2024 - 06.2024

Painter

Christian Beusekom
07.2023 - 08.2023

Crew Trainer

McDonald's
12.2020 - 01.2023

Certificate - Dental Assisting

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

High School Diploma -

Immanuel Christian Secondary School

No Degree - Kindergarten And Elementary

Providence Christian School

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