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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Arizona McGrath

Bradenton,FL
Arizona McGrath

Summary

Dental Assistant with a dynamic attitude, striving to consistently enhance customer satisfaction and streamline operations to make a more organized cohesive environment for the team. Experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting and front office administrative duties. Quick to learning new things and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients, knowing it to be a essential part of the dental industry.

Overview

10
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

World of Wonderment Child Development programs

Preschool Teacher
03.2015 - 11.2016

Job overview

  • Worked with team members to evaluate children's progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Supervised a group of 12  student's throughout each day.    
  • I got to show reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
  • Established daily routines that were easy for the children to follow.
  • Consistently gave all the kids  praise for even the most simple things.  
  • Nurtured a supportive learning environment that was often used as a model for other classrooms.
  • Monitored students' educational progress with individual charts and files.

Angels Senior Living

Activities Coordinator
03.2020 - 12.2021

Job overview

  • Planned, coordinated and implemented activities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities, based on intrinsic needs of the resident.
  • Scheduled and organized community events, entertainment and performers for happy hour.
  • Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
  • Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities and confidence.
  • Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities.
  • Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
  • Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
  • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
  • Engaged residents through events, small groups and personal attention.

Social Eatery & Bar

Craft Cocktail Bartender
04.2018 - 02.2020

Job overview

  • Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles, candles and glasses.
  • Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing ingredients.
  • Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Communicated the need for all bartenders working together and as a team.
  • Learned new skills applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to proper chain of command.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Help manage bar inventory restocked and put away supplies as well as shipments.

Gecko’s Grill & Pub

Server & Trainer
11.2016 - 03.2018

Job overview


  • Skillfully promoted items on beverage lists and weekly menu specials.
  • Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.
  • Guided guests through menus while demonstrating thorough knowledge of the food, beverages and ingredients.
  • Assisted with guest inquiries, take-out orders and restaurant cleanliness.
  • Got promoted to being a trainer for all the new servers!
  • Had many opportunities to serve Mike & Mike the owners and got requested for meetings often .

McGrath's Irish Ale House

Bartender
12.2021 - 11.2022

Job overview


  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and smoothly.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.

Swordfish Grill & Tiki Bar

Bartender
10.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Aspen Dental

Dental Surgery Assistant
06.2024 - 10.2024

Job overview

  • Collaborated with colleagues for optimal patient care, sharing best practices and expertise in dental assistance techniques.
  • Improved patient comfort by efficiently preparing dental instruments and materials for surgeries.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing clear instructions on post-operative care and followups.
  • Assisted dentists during procedures, ensuring a seamless workflow and enhanced patient experience.
  • Supported dentists in diagnosing oral health issues through accurate recording of clinical findings and observations.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.

Education

Dental Assisting Institute
, St. Petersburg Fl

from Dental Assisting
05.2024

Watkins Memorial High School
, Pataskala, OH

High School Diploma
2015

Skills

  • Efficient precision
  • Concentration
  • Time Management
  • Dental Charting & NPE
  • Full Mouth X-Rays
  • Sterilization
  • 3Shape trios scanner
  • Implant surgery

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR Certified & Current 07/10/24
  • X-RAY & EFDA Florida Certifications 10/19/24
  • Certified Dental Assistant

Additional Information

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Outlook
  • Dentrix
  • Dexis

Donating Time

Participated in volunteering with Signature Smiles in St. Petersburg for refugees in need. (dental clinic) 07/20/2024

Timeline

Dental Surgery Assistant

Aspen Dental
06.2024 - 10.2024

Bartender

Swordfish Grill & Tiki Bar
10.2023 - Current

Bartender

McGrath's Irish Ale House
12.2021 - 11.2022

Activities Coordinator

Angels Senior Living
03.2020 - 12.2021

Craft Cocktail Bartender

Social Eatery & Bar
04.2018 - 02.2020

Server & Trainer

Gecko’s Grill & Pub
11.2016 - 03.2018

Preschool Teacher

World of Wonderment Child Development programs
03.2015 - 11.2016

Watkins Memorial High School

High School Diploma
  • First Aid/CPR Certified & Current 07/10/24
  • X-RAY & EFDA Florida Certifications 10/19/24
  • Certified Dental Assistant

Dental Assisting Institute

from Dental Assisting
Arizona McGrath