Aesha Rivera
Okatie,SC
Summary
Seasoned and empathetic Dental Assistant and Campus Manager with over 15 years of experience in dental industry, showcasing specialized expertise in oral surgery, cosmetic dentistry, accelerated dental education, and clinical operations. Adept at chair side assistance during aesthetic and surgical procedures, patient education, and high-touch care delivery. Proven ability to lead large instructional teams across multiple locations while maintaining excellence in compliance, student success, and dental technologies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Campus Manager – Multi-Site Leadership
Zollege
Cedar Park, TX
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Oversaw operations for 32 campus locations nationwide, ensuring compliance and quality
- Managed and supported a team of 100+ instructors in dental education programs
- Recruited, trained, and mentored faculty to uphold academic and clinical excellence
- Boosted graduation outcomes through strategic instructional development
- Maintained resource availability and educational standards across locations
- Fostered partnerships with doctor offices
- Conducted site inspections and enforced policy adherence
- Delivered high-impact student experiences through cross-functional collaboration
Dental Assistant – Cosmetic & General Dentistry
Couzens Dental
Hilton Head, SC
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided chairside support during procedures such as whitening, bonding, and veneers
- Ensured workflow precision and patient comfort during aesthetic treatments
- Supported patient consultations and explained cosmetic options with clarity
- Adhered to OSHA compliance and sterilization standards
- Managed inventory of cosmetic materials and digital imaging systems
Lead Dental Instructor – Accelerated Dental Assisting Program
Zollege
Cedar Park, TX
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Instructed students in a 12-week fast-paced curriculum covering dental assisting fundamentals
- Facilitated hands-on labs, lectures, and real-time skill demonstrations
- Evaluated student performance and adapted instruction for optimal learning
- Modeled professionalism and maintained classroom safety and engagement
- Mentored new instructors and supported student career readiness
- Maintained lab stations to support clinical instruction
Dental Assistant – Multi-Specialty & Surgical Support
Team Placement
Alexandria, VA
09.2008 - 09.2023
- Supported oral surgery, general dentistry, diagnostics, and front office operations
- Trained to scrub in and assist with extractions, biopsies, and Stage I & II implants
- Assisted in complex extractions of impacted teeth requiring surgical handpieces
- Delivered preoperative and postoperative instructions per dentist's orders
- Administered medicinal packing, placed/removed sutures, and ensured sterilization
- Maintained inventory, patient records, and coordinated care for active duty service members
- Mentored new assistants through Red Cross Volunteer Program
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science – Public Health
South University
Savannah, GA06-2020
Skills
- Clinical standards
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Work ethic
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professionalism and safety
Certification
- BLS/CPR/AED – American Heart Association (2024)
- OSHA Compliance – Medical/Dental Office (2019)
- HIPAA Certification (2019)
- SC Dental Association Radiation Safety Exam (2009)
- Red Cross Dental Assistant Volunteer Program (2008)
References
- Robert, Savarese, DMD – General Practice, 806-283-5591
- Henry, Heeter, LCDR – U.S. Navy Operative Dental Specialist, 843-228-1633
- Kathryn, Bird, Lt. – U.S. Navy General Dentist, 608-397-5638
Affiliations
Volunteer Dental Assistant – Dental Awareness Month, MCAS Child Development Center
Timeline
Campus Manager – Multi-Site Leadership
Zollege
04.2024 - 07.2025
Dental Assistant – Cosmetic & General Dentistry
Couzens Dental
09.2023 - 04.2024
Lead Dental Instructor – Accelerated Dental Assisting Program
Zollege
03.2023 - 04.2024
Dental Assistant – Multi-Specialty & Surgical Support
Team Placement
09.2008 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Science – Public Health
South University
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