Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Work
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Clinical Progress
References
Timeline
Generic

Haley Molstad

Rapid City,SD

Summary

Highly motivated 4th year Creighton Dental Student who has excelled in patient care and classroom studies and is looking to return to Rapid City to practice dentistry in my hometown. Proficient in compassionate patient support and routine dental care. Successful at developing strong professional and patient relationships, serving as a leader, and educating patients on dental prevention, education, and treatment options. I am committed to lifelong learning to expand my knowledge on advancing dental techniques and providing a superior level of dental care.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Dr. Roger Curry
Omaha, NE
11.2023 - Current
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, took and prepared radiographs for the dentist to view, and provided post-op education for patients.
  • Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.

Tutor

Creighton University School of Dentistry
Omaha, NE
06.2023 - Current
  • Conducted individual tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance in both lecture and pre-clinical lab.
  • Served as an example and mentor in how to properly perform dental procedures on the mannequin before going to the clinic.
  • Assisted students in developing effective study habits and strategies for success in school.

Student Ambassador

Creighton University School of Dentistry
Omaha, NE
04.2023 - Current
  • Led informative tours of the dental school to guide prospective students and address inquiries.
  • Served on a panel as class representative, answering questions and providing insight into dental student life.
  • Contributed to the admissions process for dental school by providing formal feedback to the admissions committee

Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery -

Creighton University School of Dentistry
Omaha, NE
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Medical Biology

University of South Dakota, Summa Cum Laude
Vermillion, SD
05-2021

Skills

  • Valued leader and mentor
  • Patient engagement and relationships, including efficient care
  • Values patient education for prevention and longevity
  • Proficient in general dentistry skills with special interest for oral surgery, fixed prosthodontics, and complex cases
  • Highly organized individual who emphasizes time management
  • Integrates patient-centered care to ensure each individual feels comfortable and understood
  • X-ray interpretation, diagnosis and treatment planning which includes complex cases

Volunteer Work

  • ILAC Summer Health Program, July 2024: Provided dental care to over 200 community members in rural communities of the Dominican Republic. Procedures included but were not limited to oral surgery, restorative, prosthodontics, and preventive dentistry. Of note, I personally delivered 22 arches of dentures and completed around 100 extractions
  • Cura Clinic, May 2023-present: Provided dental care one Thursday evening a month to the underserved populations of Omaha.
  • After Hours Clinic, May 2024-present: Provided oral surgery care to the underserved populations of Omaha. The aim of this clinic is to relieve patients and keep dental pain out of the emergency rooms in Omaha.
  • Mission of Mercy VetMOM Dental Clinic, November 2024: Provided a full range of dental care at no cost to Nebraska Veterans and their families

Accomplishments

  • Dean's list: Each semester including Fall 2021-Current
  • Ranked #1 overall in dental class, including both didactic and clinical work. Cumulative GPA: 3.96
  • Ludes, George Academic Scholarship, Fall 2022
  • Sims, Foster Academic Scholarship, Fall 2022
  • Professional Disadvantages Academic Scholarship, Fall 2022, 2023, 2024
  • Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit Honor Society Member- A faculty nominated award that recognizes the top 5% of students on their commitment to outstanding academics, loyalty, and service: November, 2023
  • Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Dental Society Member Kramer Award of Excellence recipient- An award presented to one 3rd year dental student who demonstrates character, scholarship, and the advancement of dentistry and service to humanity: May, 2024
  • South Dakota Dental Foundation Scott & Julie Jones Scholarship Recipient, July 2024

Affiliations

  • ASDA member
  • American Association for Women Dentists member
  • South Dakota Dental Association student member

Certification

  • CPR Certified
  • Minimal Oral Sedation Certified
  • Conversational in dental Spanish

Clinical Progress

As of September, 2024:

  • Nitrous Hours: 16
  • Endodontics: 16 canals
  • Fixed Prosthodontics: 18 units of crown and bridge
  • Removable Prosthodontics: 8 arches
  • Restorative Dentistry: 96 restorations
  • Oral Surgery: 100+ non-surgical and surgical extractions combined
  • Experience designing 4 units of crown and bridge with digital software including Trios 5 and planned to complete 5 units of same day CEREC crowns.

References

  • Dr. Scott Radniecki, DDS
  • Dr. Jennifer Hasslen, DDS
  • Dr. Jill Wallen, BDS, DDS
  • Dr. Michael Carlisle, DDS
  • Dr. Thomas Meng, BA, DDS
  • Dr. James Kelly, BS, DDS, MS, MBA, MPH

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Dr. Roger Curry
11.2023 - Current

Tutor

Creighton University School of Dentistry
06.2023 - Current

Student Ambassador

Creighton University School of Dentistry
04.2023 - Current

Doctor of Dental Surgery -

Creighton University School of Dentistry

Bachelor of Science - Medical Biology

University of South Dakota, Summa Cum Laude
  • CPR Certified
  • Minimal Oral Sedation Certified
  • Conversational in dental Spanish
Haley Molstad