Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Extracurricular Activities
Volunteer Experience
Certification
Affiliations
Timeline
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Patum Ali Wakawa

Kamloops,Canada

Summary

As a dedicated mental health advocate and a student with a passion for transforming the healthcare system, I bring experience in leadership roles and health awareness advocacy. I am skilled in organization, committed to excellence in patient care, and driven to make a positive impact through community outreach.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sterilization Technician

Columbia Dental Clinic
Kamloops, Canada
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Clean and sterilize dental instruments using autoclaves and disinfectants
  • Organize and store sterilized equipment properly
  • Set up exam and treatment rooms with sterile tools and materials
  • Maintain sterilization logs and records, including autoclave cycle details
  • Follow strict infection control protocols
  • Dispose of biohazardous waste, including sharps and contaminated items
  • Monitor and restock sterilization supplies, tools, and disinfectants
  • Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on sterilization equipment

Volunteer

Columbia Dental Clinic
Kamloops, Canada
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Assisted with clinic operations and patient care
  • Developed attention to detail and strong organizational skills through sterilizing instruments and setting up rooms
  • Strengthened teamwork abilities by supporting the dental team during busy periods

Volunteer

Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, Canada
09.2023 - 09.2023
  • Guided new students and families during orientation events
  • Assisted in organizing and facilitating campus tours, workshops, and welcome activities
  • Promoted campus resources and support services to help new students transition smoothly

Volunteer

FoxGlove Multispeciality Hospital
Abuja, Nigeria
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Supported community health fairs by organizing supplies and educating attendees
  • Assisted with administrative tasks, showcasing ability to manage data entry and scheduling
  • Gained experience in advocating for health awareness and wellness

Education

Bachelor of Science - General Biology

Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, BC, Canada
01.2027

High School -

The Hillside School
Abuja, Nigeria
08.2022

Skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Leadership and teamwork experience
  • Organizational and time-management skills
  • Advocacy and community outreach experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Hazardous waste disposal
  • Instrument Sterilization
  • Friendly and outgoing

Extracurricular Activities

Engaged in community outreach programs to promote oral health awareness. Makeup artist. Developed leadership skills through active involvement in student-led initiatives. Hair Stylist.

Volunteer Experience

  • Volunteer, Columbia Dental Clinic, Kamloops, BC, Canada, 05/01/24, 08/01/24, Assisted with clinic operations and patient care., Developed attention to detail and strong organizational skills through sterilizing instruments and setting up rooms., Strengthened teamwork abilities by supporting the dental team during busy periods.
  • Volunteer, TRU Fall 2023 Orientation, Kamloops, BC, Canada, 09/01/23, Guided new students and families during orientation events., Assisted in organizing and facilitating campus tours, workshops, and welcome activities., Promoted campus resources and support services to help new students transition smoothly.
  • Volunteer, FoxGlove Multispeciality Hospital, Abuja, Nigeria, 09/01/22, 03/01/23, Supported community health fairs by organizing supplies and educating attendees., Assisted with administrative tasks, showcasing ability to manage data entry and scheduling., Gained experience in advocating for health awareness and wellness.

Certification

  • WHMIS CERTIFICATION

Affiliations

  • Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee – Biodiversity Sub Committee TRU for the term of October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025.

Timeline

Sterilization Technician

Columbia Dental Clinic
09.2024 - 11.2024

Volunteer

Columbia Dental Clinic
05.2024 - 08.2024

Volunteer

Thompson Rivers University
09.2023 - 09.2023

Volunteer

FoxGlove Multispeciality Hospital
09.2022 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Science - General Biology

Thompson Rivers University

High School -

The Hillside School
Patum Ali Wakawa