Hi, I’m
Arizona McGrath
Bradenton,FL
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
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