Alexa Gyllensvaan
Great Falls,VA
Summary
Reliable Dental Assistant with 1 year of experience efficiently handling administrative tasks and assisting chairside with dental procedures. Expert in assisting with setting up exam rooms, taking dental radiographs, sterilizing and preparing materials for impressions or restorations. Team-focused with commitment to providing exceptional care to all patients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Babysitter
01.2019 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
Dental Assistant Volunteer
Drs. Love And Miller
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in training new volunteers and staff members on office protocols, ensuring a smooth transition into the dental clinic environment.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop individualized treatment plans, addressing each patient''s unique dental needs.
- Reduced wait times by efficiently managing the flow of patients in the clinic, enhancing overall patient experience.
- Supported team members in maintaining a clean and sterile working environment, adhering to strict infection control protocols.
Assistant Swim Instructor
Trump National Golf Club
05.2018 - 07.2022
- Adapted teaching strategies to match developmental age and abilities of students.
- Organized and implemented effective teaching strategies for students as young as 2 years old.
- Taught students pool and water safety guidelines.
- Maintained open communications with parents and guardians to keep everyone informed about schedules, administrative requirements and class updates.
Tutor
Lowes Island Elementary School
11.2019 - 03.2022
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC05.2026
High School Diploma -
Dominion High School
Sterling, VA06.2022
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Organized and Efficient
- Attention to Detail
- Patience and Empathy
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative Thinking
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Motivational Skills
- Water safety knowledge
- Strategic leadership
- Organizational Development
- Policy analysis
Certification
- Outreach Training Program, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - 2022
- STOP THE BLEED Training - 2022
- Certified American Red Cross Lifeguard, American Red Cross - 2021
- CPR/AED/First Aid Training - 2020
- Dental Assistant, Drs. Love and Miller O.C. - Summer 2023
Timeline
Dental Assistant Volunteer
Drs. Love And Miller
04.2024 - 08.2024
Tutor
Lowes Island Elementary School
11.2019 - 03.2022
Babysitter
01.2019 - Current
Assistant Swim Instructor
Trump National Golf Club
05.2018 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of South Carolina - Columbia
High School Diploma -
Dominion High School