Christine Simpson
Toronto,ON
Summary
- Adept at gaining knowledge through in-class learning, observation, and direct experience.
- Desiring to learn procedures, processes and strategies for success in dentistry.
- Meticulous, organized, and detail-oriented candidate with excellent observation, communication, and multi-tasking skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Shadowing
T-DOT Dental
06.2022 - Current
- Observed over 100 hours of dental procedures, including fillings, wisdom tooth removal, root canals, and sinus augmentation under Dr. Karim Habib, DDS
- Bridged UofT coursework with clinical application, allowing for deeper comprehension of osseointegration of dental implants, periodontal heath, and odontogenesis.
- Worked with patients of diverse ages, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, compassionately listening to their unique concerns and fostering a stress and worry-free environment.
English Tutor
Ringle
10.2021 - Current
- Tutored over 600 working professionals and 100 k-12 students, building a rapport with each student, resulting in over 400 regular students through the years.
- Tailored each class to the student's unique needs, from helping them feel more confident with small talk, conducting mock interviews for jobs and graduate programs, to teaching key expressions and idioms that can be used in formal and casual settings.
- Supported ESL learners in preparing for standardized tests, including the TOEIC/TOEFL/IELTS exams, as well as acclimating to the cultural differences between east Asian and Western countries.
Co-President
Global Dental Brigades
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Served as a liaison between the UofT chapter and international organization to ensure that fundraising and supply targets were met, as well as ensure travel coordination for all chapter members
- Utilizing my Spanish minor, taught monthly Spanish seminars for all UofT brigade chapters (Dental, Medical, Public Health, and Engineering), in order to equip volunteers with necessary communication skills when in Honduras.
- Facilitated weekly meetings in preparation for the brigade in Honduras. Discussed and implemented multiple fundraisers throughout the year, completed ethical volunteering modules, and successfully partnered with local sponsors.
Vice President of Membership
UofT Pre-Dental Association
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Spearheaded the inclusive recruitment of 50 undergraduate students who are passionate about pursuing a career in healthcare
- Implemented constant, clear communication using Slack channels for keeping members engaged and informed of upcoming events
- Reached out to current dental students and dentists to visit our club, leading to multiple informational events and networking opportunities for members.
Committee Member
Relay For Life Canadian Cancer Society
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Organized impactful events that created a community for students who have been impacted by cancer, and fundraise over 15,000 dollars for cancer research
- Established and maintained strong relationships with vendors and sponsors, including local museums, bakeries, and restaurants
- Promoted fundraising events across the UofT campus, ultimately engaging dozens of teams in an annual dodgeball tournament
Educator
Lululemon
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Built and maintained relationships with customers to encourage repeat business, ultimately leading to exceeding our store's sales targets in each period
- Executed timely transactions, precisely organized racks and shelves, and constantly learned about new fabrics to ensure a seamless, positive guest experience.
Dental Shadowing
Catalina Smiles Dentistry
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Observed the fast-paced and unpredictable environment of an emergency dental clinic, where Dr. Line, DMD, successfully juggled planned patient procedures with dental emergencies, such as accident- induced oral trauma.
- Acquired an understanding of back-of-house responsibilities, such as office management and importance of harmonious workflow between dentists, dental assistants, and hygienists.
Internal Medicine Intern
Dr. Ellen Eichler, MD
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Shadowed an internal medicine doctor as she worked closely with multidisciplinary teams, and gained real-life experience of complex cases involving multiple comorbidities
- Aided Dr. Eichler with scribing, preparing patient rooms, and processing samples
Campus Manager
Amazon Prime
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Fostered a virtual community of over 1000 students during the height of the pandemic by creating authentic social media content demonstrating how I use Prime products in my daily life.
- Monitored social media analytics to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly, driving continued audience growth.
- Trained virtually with the Riddle and Bloom team in Boston, where I had the opportunity of sharing tips and tricks with other campus managers around the U.S. and Canada.
BOARD MEMBER OF RELAY FOR LIFE
American Cancer Society
08.2017 - 12.2019
- Initiated fundraising ideas that were communicated on the local and statewide level to promote cancer research and awareness
- Successfully employed social media to increase engagement and awareness by live streaming events, creating donation links, and sign up links for citywide events
Summer Camp Counselor
The Salvation Army
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Developed and executed diverse weekly programming including sports, field trips, and crafts, to engage campers from ages 5-15
- Implemented problem-solving strategies among troubled youth that promoted healthy coping mechanisms
- Facilitated effective parent-counselor communication by talking to each parent at pick-up, and informing them of any highlights or behavioral issues in the children
Education
Honours Bachelor of Science With Distinction - Human Biology Major, Spanish And Physiology Minors
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON04.2023
High Honors Graduate -
BASIS Tucson North
05.2019
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Co-President
Global Dental Brigades
09.2022 - 05.2023
Vice President of Membership
UofT Pre-Dental Association
08.2022 - 04.2023
Dental Shadowing
T-DOT Dental
06.2022 - Current
Educator
Lululemon
06.2022 - 01.2023
Dental Shadowing
Catalina Smiles Dentistry
05.2022 - 07.2022
English Tutor
Ringle
10.2021 - Current
Committee Member
Relay For Life Canadian Cancer Society
08.2021 - 04.2022
Summer Camp Counselor
The Salvation Army
06.2021 - 08.2021
Internal Medicine Intern
Dr. Ellen Eichler, MD
06.2021 - 09.2021
Campus Manager
Amazon Prime
09.2020 - 12.2020
BOARD MEMBER OF RELAY FOR LIFE
American Cancer Society
08.2017 - 12.2019
Honours Bachelor of Science With Distinction - Human Biology Major, Spanish And Physiology Minors
University of Toronto
High Honors Graduate -
BASIS Tucson North
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