Kian Ghassemi
Newark,DE
Summary
Experienced with conducting thorough research and analyzing data to support academic assignments. Utilizes strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy and reliability of findings. Knowledge of statistical software and effective communication techniques to present research results clearly.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
KIRKWOOD DENTAL
06.2025 - Current
- Supported dentists and hygienists during restorative and preventive procedures using four-handed dentistry. Prepared treatment rooms, set up trays, and ensured instruments and materials were ready before each appointment. Maintained infection control standards through strict PPE use, hand hygiene, and surface decontamination between patients.
- Clinical support
- Assisted chairside with high volume evacuation (HVE), saliva ejectors, air water syringe use, and instrument transfer
- Prepared and passed dental instruments and equipment, including mirrors, scalers, composite placement instruments, amalgam carriers, carvers, and impression trays
- Mixed dental materials as directed and organized materials for procedures
- Took dental impressions when needed and managed impression materials and trays
- Provided basic patient education on procedures, post-op care, and home care instructions
- Radiology support
- Captured intraoral radiographs, including bitewing and occlusal images, using proper positioning tools such as bite sticks
- Assisted with panoramic imaging and CBCT workflows when required by the office
- Followed radiation safety and documentation procedures
- Sterilization and infection control
- Processed instruments from chairside to sterilization, including cleaning, ultrasonic processing, packaging, and storage
- Operated autoclave and supported dry heat and chemical vapor sterilization processes based on office protocols
- Managed high-level disinfection tasks as assigned
- Maintained sterilization logs, monitored supplies, and supported dental waste management procedures
- Front desk and workflow support
- Supported front desk tasks during high volume periods, including patient check-in, room flow, and basic administrative support
- Coordinated with the clinical team to keep schedules on time and reduce turnaround between patients
Dental Assistant
Peter C. Igoe DDS
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Assisted Dentist with operations
- Sterilized room/equipment/utensils
- Talked with patients about care plans
Dental Assistant
Dental Health Care Associates
06.2022 - 02.2024
- Clean utensils, equipment, and rooms
- Assist the dentist with procedures (dental teeth molding, safety of patients, suctioning etc.)
Lifeguard
YMCA
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Ensured safety of guests attending the pool
- CPR certified
Education
Neuroscience (None) -
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05-2027
High school diploma -
Archmere Academy
Claymont, DE06.2023
Skills
Research Skills
- Data collection using written protocols
- Accurate data entry and dataset organization
- Excel data cleaning, unit checks, and outlier screening
- Graph and figure creation for lab reports and presentations
- Linear regression in Excel, including LINEST
- Basic error analysis and interpretation of slope and intercept
Laboratory Skills
- Pipetting and volume measurement
- Analytical balance and accurate weighing
-Solution preparation, dilutions, and concentration calculations
-Standard lab glassware technique, including volumetric measurements
-Reaction setup and monitoring
-Extraction, filtration, and recrystallization
-Vacuum filtration and basic heating setups
-Proper labeling, documentation, and lab notebook style recordkeeping
-PPE, lab safety, and chemical handling
Soft Skills
-Protocol adherence and attention to detail
-Time management and meeting deadlines
-Clear written communication in lab reports
-Team based lab workflow and coordination
Certification
- Lifeguard Training
- CPR Certification
- Driver's License
Timeline
Dental Assistant
KIRKWOOD DENTAL
06.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant
Peter C. Igoe DDS
01.2025 - 03.2025
Dental Assistant
Dental Health Care Associates
06.2022 - 02.2024
Lifeguard
YMCA
06.2021 - 06.2022
Neuroscience (None) -
University At Buffalo
High school diploma -
Archmere Academy