Samantha Smith
Brantford,ON
Summary
Dynamic Certified Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Clarence Street Dental Group, excelling in all aspects of dentistry and dental lab technician duties. Demonstrated ability to enhance team efficiency and knowledge. Skilled in dental appliance fabrication and training, with a knack for fostering positive patient and staff relationships.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Dental Assistant
Clarence Street Dental Group
03.2018 - 12.2024
- Promoted a positive environment for patients and staff through effective communication and teamwork.
- Improved patient comfort by providing thorough explanations of dental procedures and addressing concerns.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Aided in the creation of custom dental appliances such as mouthguards or retainers by taking precise impressions of patients'' teeth.
- Educated employees in different areas of office operations.
Bartender
Sociable Kitchen and Tavern
11.2015 - 03.2018
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Bartender
Symposium Cafe Restaurant & Lounge
09.2014 - 10.2015
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Education
Intercalated Bachelor Of Science - Science
Dalhousie University
HalifaxCertified Level II Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
Westervelt College
Brantford, ON11.2018
Skills
- Patient education
- Impression taking expertise
- Dental radiography
- Infection control proficiency
- Dental appliance fabrication
- Training and education
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Level II Dental Assistant (CDA) -National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB)
- HARP Certified
- IPAC certified
- Active ODAA member
Timeline
Certified Dental Assistant
Clarence Street Dental Group
03.2018 - 12.2024
Bartender
Sociable Kitchen and Tavern
11.2015 - 03.2018
Bartender
Symposium Cafe Restaurant & Lounge
09.2014 - 10.2015
- Certified Level II Dental Assistant (CDA) -National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB)
- HARP Certified
- IPAC certified
- Active ODAA member
Intercalated Bachelor Of Science - Science
Dalhousie University
Certified Level II Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
Westervelt College
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