Humam Hassnawy
El Cajon
Summary
Experienced with patient care and dental procedure support, ensuring smooth clinic operations. Utilizes effective sterilization and infection control practices for safe environment. Knowledge of dental software and radiography, enhancing patient care quality and clinic efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
El Cajon Dental And Orthodontics
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted dentists during exams and procedures to ensure patient comfort.
- Prepared, sterilized, and organized instruments and treatment areas.
- Took dental x-rays and maintained accurate patient records.
- Scheduled appointments, managed files, and supported office operations.
Cook
New York Giant Pizza
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Ability to multitask in cooking assignments as well as food handling and packaging.
- Fast pace team work
- Cashier and Customer service
- Assisted in preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments for dental procedures.
- Provided chairside support during various dental treatments, improving patient comfort and efficiency.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Car Wash Detailer
Import Car Wash & Auto Detailing
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Greeting customers and explaining services provided by the facility.
- Managing payments and transactions.
- Performing maintenance on car washing equipment as needed and detailing cars.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2026
High School Diploma -
Valhalla High School
El Cajon, CA08.2023
Skills
- Technology: Amazon and offer up(online buying and selling), Videoleap and intolive (Video/Photo editor), Facebook marketplace (Public announcements and promotions)
- Artistic skills: Footwear designer (designing and selling shoes), clothing designs (designing and selling shirts)
- Other: A Year of general honors chemistry, A year of Ap chemistry, Leadership skills, experience with team working, Problem-solving skills
- Clinical Skills
- Chairside assisting
- Dental radiography
- Sterilization and infection control
- Patient communication
- Appointment scheduling
- Electronic patient records
- Equipment sterilization
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Dental impressions
- Sterilization techniques
- X-ray processing
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Treatment room setup
Accomplishments
- Improved patient education by working with dentists to create patient education program covering general dental hygiene and post-surgical care.
Certification
- Dental Assistant Certificate
- X-ray Certificate
- Hygiene Certificate
- CPR Certificate
LANGUAGES
Arabic and English
Timeline
Dental Assistant
El Cajon Dental And Orthodontics
01.2025 - 12.2025
Cook
New York Giant Pizza
03.2023 - 09.2023
Car Wash Detailer
Import Car Wash & Auto Detailing
10.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
San Diego State University
High School Diploma -
Valhalla High School
DENTAL SHADOWING
- General Dentistry Shadowing — Skyview Dental Care
- Temecula, CA | August 2023 – November 2024 | 256 Hours
- Observed exams, restorative procedures, crowns, and preventive treatments in a general dentistry setting.
- Gained insight into patient communication, treatment planning, and long-term patient care.
- Oral Surgery Shadowing — ECDO
- El Cajon, CA | January 2025 – February 2025 | 90 Hours
- Observed oral surgery procedures including extractions, consultations, and surgical treatment planning.
- Learned the importance of precision, professionalism, and patient management in oral surgery.
- General Dentistry Shadowing — Dr. Karam
- San Diego, CA | January 2026 – April 2026 | 112 Hours
- Shadowed a general dentist and observed a variety of clinical procedures and patient interactions.
- Strengthened understanding of comprehensive patient-centered dental care.
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
- Virtual Research Assistant — University of Samarra
- Samarra, Iraq | May 2023 – Present
- Assisted with research focused on child welfare and neuropsychological outcomes.
- Supported data organization, literature review, and research coordination in a remote setting.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Dental Assistant — El Cajon Dental & Orthodontics (ECDO)
- El Cajon, CA | February 2025 – December 2025
- Assisted dentists during exams and procedures while ensuring patient comfort and efficient workflow.
- Prepared, sterilized, and organized instruments and treatment rooms following infection control protocols.
- Took dental radiographs, maintained patient records, and supported office operations.
- Developed strong communication skills through direct patient interaction and education.
LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE
- OPHA — Pre-Health Association, SDSU, San Diego, CA, 2024-01, Present, Participated in blood drives, food banks, and homeless outreach events serving underserved communities.
- Arabic Teacher — Imam Ali Masjid, Lakeside, CA, 2020-08, 2024-04, Taught children Arabic reading, Quranic studies, and Islamic lessons while mentoring students of varying skill levels.
- A2Z Transit Medical Transportation, El Cajon, CA, 2021-06, 2026-08, Assisted patients with transportation to medical appointments and provided translation and check-in support when needed.
- Ahlan Club — SDSU, San Diego, CA, 2025-05, Present, Helped organize events and coordinate guest speakers in STEM and healthcare fields.
- Iraqi Student Association (ISA) — SDSU, San Diego, CA, 2024-09, Present, Participated in cultural and community engagement events promoting inclusivity and student support.
- Summit FC Coach, El Cajon, CA, 2025-12, 2026-02, Coached and mentored youth soccer players while promoting teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
AWARDS
- Valhalla Soccer Best Player Award, Captain of EC Lions Soccer Club, Excellence In Mathematics award
- Captain, EC Lions Soccer Club, Valhalla Soccer Best Player Award, Excellence in Mathematics Award, Summit FC Soccer Player