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Jonna Ferguson

Jonna Ferguson

Summary

I have been in the healthcare field for 30 years and worked for a short period of time in law enforcement.

I recently became a certified Professional Life Coach through Light University and have a desire to continue my education in this field.

I have worked with Embrace Equine Ministries in the past as a session leader and I am currently a mentor at UGM.

I enjoy helping people better their lives through encouragement and guidance.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Administrator

Dr. Erik Curtis
Coeur D' Alene, Idaho
10.2011 - Current


  • Defined quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Supervised team of clinical assistants.
  • Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
  • Direct day-to-day operational functions for a large orthodontic practice, providing guidance and leadership to over 8 employees in the clinical department.
  • Fostered excellence by example by "setting pace" and being hands on mentor to clinical staff.

Dental Assistant

Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
Post Falls, Idaho
01.2008 - 07.2010
  • Performed general chair-side duties for pediatric dentistry.
  • Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.
  • Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.

Dental Assistant

Dr. John Ukich
Coeur D' Alene, Idaho
10.2001 - 03.2006
  • Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.
  • Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.
  • Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.

Detention Officer

Coconino County Sheriffs Department
Flagstaff, Arizona
04.1997 - 08.1999

Detention Officer II/Commissary Officer

  • Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
  • Inspected jail conditions and took action to rectify problems in order to meet state and federal regulations for health and safety.
  • Verified identification using specialized databases and methods such as fingerprinting.
  • Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
  • Processed prisoners through appropriate identification and documentation processes as part of facility booking procedures.
  • Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.

Education

Physical Ed/Health

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, Arizona

Professional Life Coach

Light University
Online
09.2021

Skills

Leadership training and hands on experience from various fields of employment and life experiences

I have gone through multiple training courses on conflict resolution, boundaries and goal setting I have supervised staff in a fast paced, high energy environment while maintaining efficiency and quality care

Certification


Certified Life Coach AACC - Light University 2001


Northern Arizona University Outstanding Junior Scholar Award 1996/1997


American Correctional Association Academy Graduate 1998


Conflict Resolution Award - Coconino County, Flagstaff, Arizona 1998


Assertive Communication Award - AGTS - 1997

Timeline

Clinical Administrator

Dr. Erik Curtis
10.2011 - Current

Dental Assistant

Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
01.2008 - 07.2010

Dental Assistant

Dr. John Ukich
10.2001 - 03.2006

Detention Officer

Coconino County Sheriffs Department
04.1997 - 08.1999

Physical Ed/Health

Northern Arizona University

Professional Life Coach

Light University
Jonna Ferguson