Karima Mitchell
Tomball
Summary
Dedicated and service-minded professional with experience providing excellent patient care in a busy dental office. Knowledgeable in all areas of dental assisting, including dental radiography, charting, instrument sterilization, and infection control. Highly detail-oriented and organized, with a strong focus on patient satisfaction. Committed to maximizing efficiency in the practice. Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level psych tech position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Paraprofessional
Aldine Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
- Supported instructional delivery through individualized student assistance and engagement strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement effective lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided timely feedback to educators on performance and behavioral concerns.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance comprehension and foster collaborative learning environments.
- Assisted in managing classroom behavior, promoting a positive and respectful learning atmosphere.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs, ensuring their individualized learning goals were met.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
Pacific dental services
06.2019 - 05.2024
- Assisted orthodontists with patient exams and charting, including taking intraoral photos and radiographs.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and orthodontic care.
- Organized office supplies, restocked exam rooms, cleaned equipment, and updated patient records according to established procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and providing them with a positive experience.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies and ordered additional items as needed when stock was low.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper safety protocols while working in the office.
- Provided assistance during orthodontic surgeries involving placement of braces or other corrective devices on teeth.
- Collaborated effectively with other dental staff members to ensure efficient workflow during patient visits.
DENTAL ASSISTANT
Spring Klein dentistry
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Assisted dentists in providing quality dental care to patients, including taking and developing x-rays, charting teeth, preparing materials, and cleaning instruments.
- Performed chairside duties such as suctioning, handing instruments, mixing materials, and applying topical anesthetics.
- Took digital X-rays and intraoral photographs.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills by greeting patients warmly and responding quickly to their needs.
- Developed positive relationships with patients and colleagues.
CASHIER
Kroger
03.2014 - 08.2018
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times.
Education
DENTAL ASSISTANT PROGRAM - undefined
Brightwood college
Houston, TX11.2016
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Klein oak high school
Spring, TX06.2015
Skills
- Patient scheduling
- Patient education
- Customer Service
- Training and Development
- Time management
- Orthodontic treatment planning
- Attention to Detail
- Classroom management
- Classroom support
- Motivational skills
- Documentation
Timeline
Instructional Paraprofessional
Aldine Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
Pacific dental services
06.2019 - 05.2024
DENTAL ASSISTANT
Spring Klein dentistry
06.2017 - 06.2019
CASHIER
Kroger
03.2014 - 08.2018
DENTAL ASSISTANT PROGRAM - undefined
Brightwood college
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Klein oak high school