Diana Shammout
Dearborn Heights
Summary
Reliable Dental Assistant with strong knowledge of dentistry practices. Well-rounded professional skilled handling multiple tasks, including making dental impressions, sterilizing stations and taking X-rays. Highly organized with experience in charting and preparing patient treatment plans. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top quality customer service.
Talented Dental Assistant with 6 years of experience working with dental staff to treat patients. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Levan Dental Group
07.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated proficiency in implementing and adhering to strict sterilization, biohazard, and infection control protocols, ensuring a safe and hygienic dental environment.
- Exhibited in-depth knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, and equipment maintenance, consistently preparing accurate and efficient tray setups for various procedures.
- Facilitated smooth patient flow through effective teamwork and communication, contributing to a seamless and positive dental experience for patients.
- Cultivated and maintained a positive rapport with both staff members and patients, promoting a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere in the dental office.
Dental Assistant
SmilePro Dental
06.2020 - 07.2023
- 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.
- Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Front Desk Receptionist
Henry Ford Community College
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Greeted students in person and on the phone, providing a warm and professional welcome to those seeking academic advising.
- Efficiently scheduled appointments for students using the SARS anywhere system, ensuring a smooth and organized process for both students and advisors.
- Assisted new students with the enrollment process, guided them through essential procedures, and made informed referrals to other campus resources like the Enrollment Lab, Counseling services.
- Provided valuable support for Academic Advisors, Student Success Navigators, and the Advising Manager, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the advising department.
Education
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
Henry Ford Community College
Dearborn, MI05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI05.2023
Skills
- Team Spirit
- Work under stress
- Energetic and self-motivated
- Patient Education
- Patient Counseling
- Clinical Support
- Instrument Preparation
- Equipment Sterilization
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Communication
- Proficient in Microsoft programs; Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Computer Proficient
- Safety Procedures
- Analytical Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
Certification
- Dental Radiography (X-Ray), Michigan Dental Association - March 2026
- OSHA Certification, Compliance Training Partners - Feb 2026
Languages
Arabic: Native
English: Fluent
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Levan Dental Group
07.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
SmilePro Dental
06.2020 - 07.2023
Front Desk Receptionist
Henry Ford Community College
01.2019 - 03.2020
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
Henry Ford Community College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Detroit Mercy