Katelin Kushnir
Overland Park
Summary
Expecting Dental Hygiene graduate with several years of hands-on dental experience and a passion for helping patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health. Experienced in patient care, digital radiography, infection control, and working collaboratively within a dental team. Known for building trust with patients, maintaining a positive attitude, and delivering compassionate, detail-oriented care. Eager to bring strong clinical skills, professionalism, and a commitment to lifelong learning to a practice focused on exceptional patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
LeBlanc & Associates Dentistry for Children
Overland Park, KS
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted the dentist with four-handed pediatric dental procedures, including stainless steel crowns (SSCs), esthetic crown restorations, pulpotomies, amalgam restorations, composite restorations, and extractions.
- Obtained diagnostic dental radiographs, including panoramic, bitewing, and periapical images.
- Assisted during nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and general anesthesia procedures under the supervision of the dentist and anesthesia team.
- Prepared treatment rooms, instruments, materials, and patients for restorative, surgical, and sedation appointments.
- Provided post-operative instructions and oral hygiene education to patients and caregivers.
- Assisted with treatment planning discussions and reinforced treatment recommendations as directed by the dentist.
- Scheduled recare, restorative, and follow-up appointments and coordinated rescheduling for missed appointments.
- Utilized behavior management and communication techniques to promote positive experiences for pediatric patients.
- Served as acting lead dental assistant when designated leads were unavailable by coordinating patient flow, supporting providers, and assisting with daily office operations.
- Oversaw operatory readiness, instrument sterilization, and infection control procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA and CDC standards.
- Assisted with end-of-day office closing duties, including operatory turnover, equipment maintenance, and sterilization verification.
Server/Host
Johnny's Tavern, RA Sushi, Sullivan's Steakhouse
Overland Park, KS
08.2018 - 08.2023
Private Nanny
Self-Employed
Overland Park, KS
02.2015 - 08.2023
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Concorde Career College
Kansas City, MO07-2026
High School Diploma -
Barstow School
Kansas City, MO05-2016
Skills
- Patient Education
- Digital Radiography
- Periodontal Therapy
- Local Anesthesia Administration
- Nitrous Oxide Monitoring
- Comprehensive Patient Assessment
Certification
- CPR Certified (Current)
- Anticipated (2026): RDH, Nitrous Oxide, Local Anesthesia
Timeline
Dental Assistant
LeBlanc & Associates Dentistry for Children
08.2023 - 01.2025
Server/Host
Johnny's Tavern, RA Sushi, Sullivan's Steakhouse
08.2018 - 08.2023
Private Nanny
Self-Employed
02.2015 - 08.2023
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Concorde Career College
High School Diploma -
Barstow School