Dale Aufie
Big Rapids
Summary
As a dedicated Dental Hygiene student, and being the Vice President of Student American Dental Hygiene Association for my graduating class. I am passionate about promoting the significance of oral health and its impact on overall well-being. I strive to educate communities on the importance of oral prevention and the role it plays in preventing infectious diseases. My goal is to make a positive impact through education, advocacy, and providing exceptional care. I am eager to connect with professionals who share my commitment to advancing oral health and making a difference in people’s lives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Student worker
Timme Center (Financial Aid Office at Ferris State University)
Big Rapids
09.2021 - 04.2024
- Upload documents to students' accounts and help with sending out admission letters.
- Worked with other student employees and financial aid advisors who assisted the student employees when it was needed.
- Collaborated with financial aid advisors to ensure efficient service delivery to students.
- Used excel spreadsheet to categorize and organize documentations
Team Member
ALDI
Big Rapids
06.2024 - Current
- Cashier and assisting customers if they had any questions or concerns.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers, responding to inquiries, and resolving complaints in a professional manner.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure maximum efficiency in stocking shelves.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Studies
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI08-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI05-2026
Associate in Allied Health Professions -
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI05-2023
Associates - Arts
Southwestern Michigan College
Niles, MI05.2020
Diploma -
Niles High School
Niles, MI05.2019
Skills
- Confident
- Dental radiography (X-ray certified)
- Comprehensive oral assessments
- Periodontal charting
- Dental hygiene diagnosis
- Scaling & root planing (SRP)
- Prophylaxis (adult & pediatric)
- Local anesthesia administration
- Plaque & calculus detection
- Instrumentation (hand & ultrasonic)
- Infection control & sterilization
- Patient education & motivation
- Management of anxious patients
- Accurate clinical documentation (ASCEND AXIUM)
- OSHA & HIPAA compliance
- Patient
- Adaptive
- Responsible
- Outgoing
Languages
- English
- Shona
Affiliations
Vice President of Student American Dental Hygiene Association (SADHA) at Ferris State University
Certification
CPR/BLS Certified for Healthcare Providers
Timeline
Team Member
ALDI
06.2024 - Current
Student worker
Timme Center (Financial Aid Office at Ferris State University)
09.2021 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health
Ferris State University
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Studies
Ferris State University
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Ferris State University
Associate in Allied Health Professions -
Ferris State University
Associates - Arts
Southwestern Michigan College
Diploma -
Niles High School