Caitlin Barnes
Ocean Springs,MS
Summary
Adept at leading teams and optimizing operations, my tenure with the United States Air Force honed my problem-solving abilities and multitasking skills. Achievements include enhancing team efficiency, reducing attrition rates by offering personalized support, and maintaining over 95% customer satisfaction through meticulous quality assurance and patient care techniques.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight Chief, AEGD-1 Residency
United States Air Force
06.2023 - Current
- Assessed individual skills of team and delegated daily tasks based on strengths.
- Supervised, trained and motivated 12 dental technicians.
- Managed professional growth and development of 12 enlisted personnel by scheduling training and managing CBT schedules.
- Managed crisis situations effectively by utilizing strong decision-making skills and prioritizing safety above all else.
- Contributed to overall company success by consistently meeting or exceeding performance targets in areas such as safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Dental Assistant Instructor
United States Air Force
05.2019 - 06.2023
- Assisted in curriculum development to ensure content aligned with industry standards and best practices for dental assistants.
- Prepared graduates for successful careers as dental assistants by emphasizing real-world applications of skills learned in class.
- Reduced student attrition rates by providing personalized support and mentoring to struggling learners.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop innovative teaching methods that increased overall student satisfaction within the program.
- Served as a mentor for new instructors entering the program, sharing best practices and ensuring consistency across all courses offered within the curriculum.
- Evaluated student performance through exams, assignments, and demonstrations, identifying areas of improvement for targeted instruction.
NCOIC, Instrument Processing
United States Air Force
03.2017 - 05.2019
- Exhibited strong attention to detail when assembling and packaging sterile devices, ensuring the accuracy of contents and proper labeling for endusers.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the workplace by actively participating in safety meetings, trainings, and audits related to medical device reprocessing.
- Maintained a high level of cleanliness in the reprocessing department for optimal infection control measures.
- Decreased equipment downtime by conducting timely inspections and maintenance tasks on medical devices.
NCOIC, Dental Logistics
United States Air Force
01.2014 - 03.2017
- Coordinated emergency shipments to address urgent customer needs, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness under pressure.
- Analyzed data trends to optimize inventory levels, minimizing overstock situations without compromising availability requirements.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory to maintain accurate records and prevent stock discrepancies.
- Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
- Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction.
Dental Assistant
United States Air Force
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL08-2018
Skills
- Military operations
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Documentation skills
- Patient care techniques
- Quality assurance procedures
- Utilization review
Certification
Certified Dental Assistant
Timeline
Flight Chief, AEGD-1 Residency
United States Air Force
06.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant Instructor
United States Air Force
05.2019 - 06.2023
NCOIC, Instrument Processing
United States Air Force
03.2017 - 05.2019
NCOIC, Dental Logistics
United States Air Force
01.2014 - 03.2017
Dental Assistant
United States Air Force
01.2012 - 01.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
Community College of The Air Force
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