Sonia Bawa
Surrey,BC
Summary
Newly licensed Dental Hygienist with hands-on training eager to launch career in dentistry. Expert at dental radiography, prophylaxis, aseptic techniques and patient education. Team-oriented with success in building strong relationships with colleagues and patients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Dental Assistant
Newton Smiles Clinic
Surrey, British Columbia
05.2022 - 02.2024
- Sterilized instruments and maintained infection control protocols.
- Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Provided patient care and chairside assistance during dental procedures.
Certified Dental Assistant
Viceroy Dental Clinic
Surrey, British Columbia
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Ordered dental supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Created dental x-rays using digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Set up trays for specific dental procedures according to established protocols.
Cashier
Costco Wholesale
Port Coquitlam, BC
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
Education
Dental Hygiene - Diploma in Dental Hygiene
Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene
New Westminster, BC04-2024
Basic Life Support - Certificate
National CPR Foundation
Surrey, BC02-2024
Dental Assisting - Certified Dental Assistant
Columbia College
Calgary, AB03-2021
First Aid Level 1, WHMIS, Food Safe Level 1 - Certificates
Pathfinder Youth Center Society
Surrey, BC09-2019
Skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, Hindi, Punjabi
- Tracker software
- Digital impressions with shinning 3d, iTero scanner
- CBCT, Panoramic imaging
- Patient Management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Punjabi
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Dental Assistant
Newton Smiles Clinic
05.2022 - 02.2024
Certified Dental Assistant
Viceroy Dental Clinic
05.2022 - 12.2023
Cashier
Costco Wholesale
03.2020 - 12.2020
Dental Hygiene - Diploma in Dental Hygiene
Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene
Basic Life Support - Certificate
National CPR Foundation
Dental Assisting - Certified Dental Assistant
Columbia College
First Aid Level 1, WHMIS, Food Safe Level 1 - Certificates
Pathfinder Youth Center Society
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