AQSA AHMAD
East Elmhurst,NY
Summary
Ambitious pre-dental student committed to academic excellence. Years of dental shadowing and assisting experience carefully analyzing cases by studying symptoms and examining treatments conducted accordingly. Sound knowledge of proper use of dental equipment and tools. Adaptable, driven with strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
DENTAL OFFICE OF DR. PORTNOY AND DR. D'ORIA
Bayside, NY
10.2021 - 07.2023
- Assisting dentists during dental procedures by providing chairside support, passing instruments, suctioning fluids and maintaining a clean environment for a total of 1,900 hours
- Greeting and preparing patients for dental treatments and providing reassurance along with comfort throughout their visit
- Taking digital full mouth and periapical X-rays to identify various oral health conditions
- Implementing strict sterilization protocols and maintaining a clean and safe environment
- Assisting in taking dental impressions, pouring and trimming dental models, and fabricating mouthguards
- Maintaining accurate patient records, scheduling appointments and facilitating smooth patient flow
- Collaborating closely with the dental team to ensure optimal patient care, effective communication, and efficient practice operations
- Providing dental materials for dentist by selecting, mixing and placing materials on instruments.
Shadowing Student
DENTAL OFFICE OF DR. PORTNOY AND DR. D'ORIA
Bayside, NY
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Observed the Dentist educate patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions
- Watched job tasks like root canals, crown implantation's and cleanings
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history with the dental assistant to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment
- Sanitized equipment cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient by laying out dental instruments and equipment before procedures
- Observed Dental Assistant take bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services with a commitment of 768 hours spent.
Counselor
JUST KIDS AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Brooklyn, NY
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities and games while maintaining safe environment with a dedication of 35 total hours
- Designed activities to help individuals overcome confidence issues and build strength
- Coordinated and arranged decorations, equipment and food service to facilitate various entertaining activities
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors.
Sales Associate
GUESS
Queens, NY
11.2016 - 03.2020
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices
- Built trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections
- Helped customers by responding to inquiries and locating products
- Developed and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success
- Met merchandise processing standards and maintained organized and accessible work area
- Surpassed daily sales goals by promoting products
- Prepared cash deposits up to with zero discrepancies
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information
- Trained new sales employees on effective sales, service and operational strategies to maximize team performance.
Tutor
PRIVATE TUTORING
Queens, NY
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Developed training materials, such as handouts, study materials and quizzes
- Worked closely with students in grades fifth through eighth, helping to develop math and essay writing skills
- Met with parents and guardians on regular basis to deliver progress reports and discuss areas for further improvement
- Assessed student progress at each session, making recommendations that increased effectiveness of tutoring and lessons
- Creating a comfortable tutoring environment conducive to learning for over 600 total hours
- Instructed students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds to help to improve writing skills and excel in school
- Provided one-on-one and group tutoring instruction for four students
- Traveled to students' homes, libraries and schools to conduct tutoring sessions
- Quizzed students on learning materials and used special techniques to help in subject matter recall
- Helped students with subject knowledge as well as general abilities in learning, studying and retaining information.
Education
Master of Science - Oral Health Sciences
Boston University
Boston, MA05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Brooklyn College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY12.2020
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
Queens, NY05.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Queens College of The City University of New York
Queens, NYSkills
- Customer- and service-oriented
- Activity-based learning
- Cash handling accuracy
- Innovative teaching methods
- Inventory control procedures
- Problem-solving skills
- Team player
- Friendly and personable
- Reliable and punctual
- Foreign language instruction
- Equipment Sterilization
- Four-handed procedures
- Patient Scheduling
- Oral X-Rays
- Exam room setups
- Report and technical writing
- Laboratory safety procedures
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Managing multiple priorities
- Chairside assistance
Accomplishments
- Dean's List at Queensborough Community College, Fall 2017
- Dean's List at Queensborough Community College, Spring 2017
- Dean's List at Brooklyn College, Spring 2020
Languages
English, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, Arabic (Beginner)
Timeline
Dental Assistant
DENTAL OFFICE OF DR. PORTNOY AND DR. D'ORIA
10.2021 - 07.2023
Counselor
JUST KIDS AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
02.2020 - 03.2020
Shadowing Student
DENTAL OFFICE OF DR. PORTNOY AND DR. D'ORIA
01.2018 - 09.2021
Tutor
PRIVATE TUTORING
02.2017 - 12.2019
Sales Associate
GUESS
11.2016 - 03.2020
Master of Science - Oral Health Sciences
Boston University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Brooklyn College of The City University of New York
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Queens College of The City University of New York
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