Kelly Peterson
Owatonna,MN
Summary
Motivated Occupational Therapy Assistant student seeking internship to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Cafeteria Monitor
Seaford Elementary
Seaford, VA
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations related to food service.
- Monitored the cafeteria during lunch periods, ensuring orderly conduct among students.
- Reported any maintenance issues or hazardous conditions to appropriate personnel promptly.
- Assisted with stocking supplies such as utensils, cups, plates, napkins, condiments.
- Greeted students upon entering the cafeteria and directed them to appropriate seating areas.
- Reminded students about proper etiquette while eating in the cafeteria area.
- Resolved conflicts between students in a professional manner.
Dental Assistant
United States Air Force
Holloman Air Force Base, NM
02.2003 - 02.2018
- 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.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Handled billing inquiries from insurance companies regarding claims submitted by the office.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
St. Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN04.2024
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Schedule Monitoring
- Customer Service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Safety Awareness
Volunteer
Pathways of Steele County,Inc- Unique Finds 2/27/2023-present
- Greet/assist customers
- Ran the cash register
- Organized donations
Fieldwork experience
Martin Luther Campus-Adult Day Club 1401 E 100th St, Bloomington, MN 55425 Jun 19-21 2023
- Observed and interacted with club members during daily activities
- Practiced giving assessments to club members
- Interviewed club members for their occupational profile
Timeline
Cafeteria Monitor
Seaford Elementary
10.2021 - 04.2022
Dental Assistant
United States Air Force
02.2003 - 02.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
St. Catherine University