Mostafa Saad Awad
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Health Science student at Carleton University with nearly two years of experience supporting resident wellbeing at Bruyère Saint-Louis Residence through both paid employment and volunteer work. Clinical exposure includes volunteering at the Ottawa Mission Dental Clinic and shadowing dentists at Affinity Dental, where I gained first-hand experience with chairside assistance, sterilization protocols, and patient care in both community and private dental settings. Passionate about improving patient outcomes through healthcare research, dental care, and interdisciplinary teamwork. Strong academic background in anatomy, psychology, and medical terminology.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Attendant
Bruyere Health
11.2023 - Current
- Serve and manage dietary requirements for over 40 residents, working closely with dietitians and nursing staff.
- Volunteer outside work hours to provide companionship and assist with feeding and mealtime routines.
- Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and confidentiality standards.
- Contributed to workflow improvements for special meal requests and dietary accuracy.
Tree Planter
Outland
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Planted over 100,000 trees while maintaining efficiency and quality under physically demanding conditions.
- Trained and mentored new team members on safety and planting techniques.
Assistant Manager
Papa Johns
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Supervised and scheduled a team of 15+ employees in a high-volume environment.
- Trained staff in food safety, hygiene, and customer service protocols.
- Reduced inventory waste by 20% through forecasting and tighter inventory controls.
- Handled conflict resolution and ensured customer satisfaction during peak hours.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Carleton University
Ottawa, ON04-2027
Skills
- Medical Terminology (Certified)
- EMR familiarity (Epic, Meditech – observational exposure)
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Data entry & scheduling
- Infection control & sterilization protocols
- Food safety & sanitation compliance
- Compassionate resident and patient support
- Effective communication with interdisciplinary teams
- Fluent in English, French, Arabic Basic Spanish
- Adaptability in fast-paced clinical and administrative environments
- Patient confidentiality and professionalism
Clinical Experience
Dental Clinic Volunteer & Shadowing
Ottawa Mission Dental Clinic & Affinity Dental – Ottawa, ON
- Volunteered at the Ottawa Mission Dental Clinic, assisting with sterilization, patient setup, and chairside support.
- Shadowed general dentists at Affinity Dental during procedures such as extractions, fillings, and cleanings.
- Gained practical exposure to infection control, dental charting, patient interaction, and team workflow.
- Observed front-desk procedures, including appointment scheduling and patient intake in a professional setting.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Medical Terminology Certificate – 2025
- Emergency First Aid & CPR Level C
- Food Handler Certification
- Ontario Security License
Timeline
Food Service Attendant
Bruyere Health
11.2023 - Current
Tree Planter
Outland
05.2023 - 09.2023
Assistant Manager
Papa Johns
11.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Carleton University
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