Ashley Arrington
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Detail‑oriented and patient‑focused Dental Assistant Student currently enrolled at Atlanta Dental Assistant School (Buford, GA) with hands‑on clinical training in chairside assisting, infection control, and patient care. Seeking placement with a dental practice to complete a required 40‑hour externship, with strong intent to transition into a permanent Dental Assistant role upon successful completion. To obtain a challenging position with a health facility where my career growth potential and technical skills can be enhanced further, while making positive contribution to overall goals.
Developed skills in clinical dental environment, including patient care, dental procedures, and office management. Demonstrated ability to maintain high level of organization and attention to detail, ensuring smooth operations and patient satisfaction. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging these skills to contribute effectively in dynamic setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student HealthCare Advisor
Howard University
01.2023 - 11.2025
- Assist physicians and nurses when completing physical examinations
- Committed to providing reliable and relevant information
- Provide patient care under the supervision and direction of physicians/nurses
- Provide education on health issues: STD(s), Alcohol/drugs, Nutrition and Reproductive Health
- Provided strategic guidance to patients navigating healthcare systems and services.
- Analyzed patient needs and developed tailored care plans to enhance outcomes.
Training Mentor
Howard University Medical Hospital-CMMP (Comprehensive Medical Mentoring Program)
09.2022 - 10.2025
- Supported anesthesiology workflow by documenting procedures and reporting unusual occurrences
- Monitoring patient’s during and after procedures
- Assisted with medication confirmation, equipment readiness and patient support
- Communicating with physicians and nurses about prescribe medications: dosages
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care strategies and efficiency.
- Educated patients on treatment options, health management, and preventive measures.
Patient Support Case Manager
Amerisourcebergen/Cencora
10.2022 - 09.2025
- Follow-up missing information and prior authorization
- Coordinate between providers, insurer and patients
- Answer correspondence in timely manner
- Communication with MDO’s, DMNE(s), field representative and management teams
- Work on different projects (PSQA)
- Handle and organize my assigned territory
OR Assistant
WellStar -Augusta, Georgia
07.2022 - 08.2025
- Advanced interpersonal and analytical skills
- Communicating with physicians and nurses about prescribe medications: dosages
- Utilize customer service skills w/advanced organizational skills and attention to details
- Knowledge with the healthcare terminology and apply my knowledge with the company policies and procedures to resolve variety of upcoming/ongoing issues
- Obtain laboratory specimens and prepare them for transport
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Coordinated daily administrative tasks to enhance office efficiency and support team operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Biology, Chemistry
Howard University
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Atlanta Dental Assistant School
Buford, GeorgiaSkills
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Dentrix
- Chairside assisting for general dentistry procedures
- Four‑handed dentistry techniques (in training)
- Instrument identification, transfer, and tray setup
- Operatory preparation, breakdown, and turnover
- Infection control, sterilization, and OSHA/HIPAA‑compliant protocols
- Dental charting basics & treatment note support
- Dental materials handling (alginate impressions, cements, temporary materials) — training‑based
- X‑ray safety & radiography fundamentals — instructional training
- Patient positioning, comfort measures, and post‑procedure support
- Inventory organization and supply restocking
- Patient intake, medical history review, and vitals collection
- Phone etiquette and front desk support
- Dental EHR / Practice Management Systems — fast learner
Certification
- HIV/STI First Aid Instructor
- Certified “BLS” Basic Life Support Instructor w/American Heart Association (AHA)
- Certified in “CPR” Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Timeline
Student HealthCare Advisor
Howard University
01.2023 - 11.2025
Patient Support Case Manager
Amerisourcebergen/Cencora
10.2022 - 09.2025
Training Mentor
Howard University Medical Hospital-CMMP (Comprehensive Medical Mentoring Program)
09.2022 - 10.2025
OR Assistant
WellStar -Augusta, Georgia
07.2022 - 08.2025
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Atlanta Dental Assistant School
Bachelor of Science Degree - Biology, Chemistry
Howard University