Anthony Thao
Anchorage,AK
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in safety management and tactical planning from the Army National Guard. Proven ability to lead teams effectively while ensuring operational readiness. Skilled in vehicle mobilization and event sequencing, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency in all tasks.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantryman
Army National Gaurd
Anchorage, AK
04.2025 - Current
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Utilized advanced tactics to engage and neutralize enemy combatants.
- Moving in 2 or more battle buddy pair
Dental Assistant
Midnight Sun Dental
Anchorage, AK
06.2022 - Current
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 6 to 7 procedures daily.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Assisted in patient care by preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments.
- Supported dental procedures by maintaining efficient workflow and ensuring necessary tools are readily available.
Crew Member
Taco Bell
Anchorage, AK
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Operated cash register to ring up final bill and process various forms of payment.
- Prepared products following restaurant, health, and safety standards and procedures.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Stocked shelves to organize aisles in assigned department.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Became familiar with products to answer questions and make suggestions.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
- Keeping track of 2 or more things at the same time
Education
High School Diploma -
Bettye Davis East High School
Anchorage, AK05.2022
Skills
- Vehicle mobilization
- Managing safety gear
- Event sequencing
- Drill marching
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and loyalty
- Maintaining equipment
- First aid proficiency
Timeline
Infantryman
Army National Gaurd
04.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant
Midnight Sun Dental
06.2022 - Current
Crew Member
Taco Bell
02.2022 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Bettye Davis East High School