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Anthony Wang

Redlands,CA

Summary

Highly motivated third-year student at UCSD pursuing a Bachelor's degree in General Biology and a minor in Business, with a strong focus on the pre-dental track and working in biotech. Passionate about developing a deep understanding of biological sciences, and committed to gaining practical experience in dentistry through shadowing and hands-on learning opportunities.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Poway Smiles
San Diego, CA
09.2025 - Current
  • Provide chairside assistance to a variety of procedures, such as fillings, surgeries, implants, root canal treatment, general exams, and cleanings.
  • Take full-mouth X-rays, and handle intraoral camerawork.
  • Ensure proper sterilization and infection control of instruments and the entirety of the office space.
  • Utilize Practice-Web to schedule patients, create charts, and process insurance claims efficiently.

Laboratory Assistant

Center for Future of Surgery
San Diego, CA
03.2025 - Current
  • Gained hands-on exposure to surgical environments, with a strong focus on both traditional and robotic-assisted procedures
  • Supported surgical teams with equipment setup, patient preparation, and post-operative protocols while adhering to strict safety and hygiene standards
  • Familiarized with common surgical instruments and sterile field protocols, and observing procedures involving advanced robotic systems, including the da Vinci Surgical System

Volunteer

Jacobs Medical Center Emergency Room
San Diego, CA
01.2024 - Current
  • Deliver critical medical samples, such as blood, oxygen labs, ensuring processing and diagnostics.
  • Restock supplies and maintain an organized workspace for clinical staff to promote efficiency.
  • Assisted with patient care tasks and collaborated with staff to uphold standards of excellence in operations.
  • Completion of training regarding safety protocols, emergency procedures, and infection prevention techniques.

Mobile Food Care Volunteer

Pureland Foundation/Feeding San Diego
San Bernardino/San Diego, CA
08.2022 - Current
  • Coordinate the distribution of food items to underserved communities through mobile food pantries every first Saturday.
  • Assisted with the setup, breakdown, and logistics of food distribution sites to ensure maximum efficiency and service.
  • Create a system of collaboration with fellow volunteers to streamline distribution processes and service outreach.

Job Shadowing

Mountainside Dental Group
Yucaipa, CA
08.2024 - 09.2024
  • Gained hands-on experience in various dental procedures and patient care by shadowing Dr. Amit, Endodontist, Dr. Ladue and Dr. Haddad (general dentists) observed techniques in endodontics, restorative dentistry, and preventive care.
  • Developed a comprehensive understanding of private dental management, patient communication, and the application of dental technologies through the observation of experienced professionals.

Education

Bachelor of Sciences - General Biology

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO
San Diego, CA
08-2027

High School Diploma -

REDLANDS EAST VALLEY HS
Redlands, CA
06.2023

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Surgical assistance
  • Infection control
  • Communication skills
  • Technical proficiency
  • Oral X-rays
  • OSHA regulations
  • Patient education
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Dental staff support
  • Instrument sterilization techniques
  • Specimen processing
  • Animal handling
  • Lab equipment maintenance

Leadership Roles

  • Philanthropy Committee, Sigma Phi Epsilon: Directed initiatives supporting breast cancer awareness and fundraising. Coordinated events, engaged members in service activities, and strengthened our fraternity’s partnership with women’s health organizations, with a particular focus on breast cancer research and advocacy.
  • Vice President, Rev Key Club: Oversaw club functions and served as the liaison between members, officer team, advisors and school officials, Led weekly meetings with events such as clean-ups, social gatherings, and other service work
  • Historian, East Valley Marching Band: Generated 20% increase in social media presence creating posts curated to band events and increased recognition from school officials by communicating as a liaison, Uphold expectations and standards of conduct placed by director by fostering a culture of professionalism and proficiency in musical abilities

Affiliations

  • Feeding San Diego
  • Redlands Bowl Music Festival
  • Volunteer Dental Assistant at Free Student Run UCSD Clinic
  • Tutor at low income Middle and High School, Preuss School

Certification

  • OSHA Certification
  • X-Ray Certification
  • CPR
  • Infections Control

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Poway Smiles
09.2025 - Current

Laboratory Assistant

Center for Future of Surgery
03.2025 - Current

Job Shadowing

Mountainside Dental Group
08.2024 - 09.2024

Volunteer

Jacobs Medical Center Emergency Room
01.2024 - Current

Mobile Food Care Volunteer

Pureland Foundation/Feeding San Diego
08.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Sciences - General Biology

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO

High School Diploma -

REDLANDS EAST VALLEY HS