Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating school policies and personal growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Lead
Noris Medical
04.2025 - Current
Provide nationwide chairside clinical support for general dentists, periodontists, and oral surgeons placing advanced implant systems including TUFF, Zygomatic, Pterygoid, and Transnasal implants.
Develop and lead CE-accredited training programs, cadaver courses, and hands-on implant workshops through Noris Academy.
Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to support account growth, territory development, and clinician education across the southern U.S.
Coordinate implant workflow integration for full-arch and single-unit cases, focusing on surgical and restorative protocols.
Work directly with top implantologists to support live surgeries and treatment planning for complex cases.
Surgical Assistant
Midtown Oral and Facial Surgery
05.2024 - Current
Assisted in prepping operating room for surgery by sterilizing instruments and setting up equipment.
Maintained sterile environment in the operating room during surgical procedures.
Provided assistance to surgeons, circulating nurses, and anesthesiologists with patient positioning, draping, and preparation of operative sites.
Gathered and passed instruments to surgeon during operation.
Performed suturing techniques under direct supervision of a surgeon.
Kept accurate records of all supplies used during surgeries.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team as necessary.
Transported patients to recovery area after completion of surgery.
Assisted with post-operative wound care including packing, dressing changes, irrigation and debridement when needed.
Assisted with minor office procedures such as suture removal, incision checks, biopsies.
Administered medications as prescribed by physician or nurse practitioner prior to surgery.
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental Slidell
07.2020 - 11.2021
Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
Lead Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
12.2019 - 06.2020
Instructed patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-operative care.
Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing patient records.
Coordinated office activities by communicating with other departments and staff members.
Tracked inventory levels of dental materials, tools, and equipment to ensure sufficient stock was always available.
Educated patients on preventive oral health care practices such as brushing and flossing techniques.
Assisted in the training of new dental assistants by providing guidance on protocols and processes.
Served as a liaison between the dentist's office and insurance companies for verifying coverage information.
Oral Surgery Assistant
Aspen Dental (Part Time)
03.2018 - 11.2019
Assisted oral surgeons in preparing for and executing dental procedures.
Maintained and sterilized instruments, tools, and equipment used during dental surgeries.
Provided patient care before, during, and after surgery, including taking vital signs.
Provided guidance to new staff members regarding job duties and responsibilities within the office setting.
Gave patients detailed education before surgery to explain side effects and what medications could be used to treat pain.
Dental Assistant/Office Manager
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2012 - 08.2019
Lead oral surgery trainer; taught 40 core/critical tasks/ updated training, increasing continuity in care.
Revamped referral process, created referral appointments for approximately 125 DoD/VA and civilian referrals. Reduced missed referrals and no show appointments by 8%
Supervised trauma/ER call rotation. Trained 6 members on after hours protocol.
Hospital Security Team Chief. Led 38 personnel team through 3 base wide training exercises. Maintained 95% military readiness rate.