Claire Thomas
Richmond,VA
Summary
Pre-dental student at the University of Virginia pursuing a major in Public Health and a minor in Entrepreneurship. Aspires to attend dental school after undergraduate schooling, with the goal of practicing as a general dentist or specializing in pediatric dentistry. Passionate about patient-centered care and a strong advocate for increasing accessibility to oral care in marginalized communities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Oral Surgery Assistant
Central Virginia Oral and Facial Surgeons
06.2024 - Current
- Assist the oral surgeon during procedures by providing the necessary dental instruments, suctioning, and monitoring anesthesia levels.
- Greet patients upon arrival to office and help prepare for surgeries by recording vital statistics and setting up the room.
- Prepare patient X-rays and images for review by the surgeon.
- Educate patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions, and post-surgical care.
Volunteer Dental Assistant
Charlottesville Free Clinic - UVA Madison House
09.2024 - Current
- Provide assistance to oral surgeons to serve local patients who do not have insurance.
EMT-B
Powhatan Volunteer Rescue Squad
12.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by efficiently assessing, treating, and stabilizing medical conditions in emergency situations.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed.
EMT-B
Tuckahoe Volunteer Rescue Squad
12.2021 - 12.2023
Lead Teacher
The Goddard School
04.2021 - 11.2023
- Adapted lessons to accommodate individual needs of students.
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Enhanced infant learning by implementing age-appropriate activities and educational games.
Volunteer Hospice Aide
Amedisys
01.2024 - Current
- Assist nurses weekly by making calls to patients under hospice care to support them emotionally and communicate any of their medical needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Dental
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05-2027
High School Diploma -
Douglas S. Freeman High School
Tuckahoe, VA06-2023
Skills
- Patient services
- Effective communication
- Oral Surgical assisting
- Basic life support
- Vital sign assessment
- Emergency vehicle operation
- CPR and first aid
- NREMT Certified
Timeline
Volunteer Dental Assistant
Charlottesville Free Clinic - UVA Madison House
09.2024 - Current
Oral Surgery Assistant
Central Virginia Oral and Facial Surgeons
06.2024 - Current
Volunteer Hospice Aide
Amedisys
01.2024 - Current
EMT-B
Powhatan Volunteer Rescue Squad
12.2023 - Current
EMT-B
Tuckahoe Volunteer Rescue Squad
12.2021 - 12.2023
Lead Teacher
The Goddard School
04.2021 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Dental
University of Virginia
High School Diploma -
Douglas S. Freeman High School
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