Lauren Staples
Greenfield Center,NY
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in healthcare support and customer service. Skilled in educating patients on oral hygiene and optimizing workflows through effective teamwork. Proven adaptability across various roles while consistently delivering exceptional service and maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
Saratoga Springs, New York
12.2024 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Prepared examination rooms with necessary tools and materials for procedures.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained cleanliness in the dental office.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and patient experience.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Embroidery Machine Operator
Tee Shirt Graphics
05.2022 - 12.2024
- Verified dye lots and pattern matching, ensuring adherence to quality and accuracy standards
- Coordinated pattern layout, arranging fabric pieces in correct sequences prior to sewing
- Completed finishing details by removing raw edges and loose threads, enhancing overall product quality
- Maintained cleanliness in work and common areas, contributing to a safe and efficient workspace
- Approached and solved problems with initiative and sound judgment.
Associate
TJ Maxx
06.2018 - 05.2022
- Secured consistent customer sales with knowledgeable, friendly support
- Guided customers in-store, facilitating sales and processing returns
- Addressed customer concerns through effective communication and conflict resolution
- Sourced hard-to-find items for customers by coordinating with sister stores
- Adopted a positive attitude while performing daily operational tasks
- Replenished supplies by monitoring and sourcing inventory
Youth Counselor
Schuylerville Youth Center
Schuylerville, NY
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Engaged school-age children in structured daily activities, promoting social skills and teamwork.
- Supervised residents, enforcing rules to maintain a safe and respectful environment.
- Enhanced quality of life through individual and group recreational activities.
- Adhered to program guidelines, including safety and cleanliness standards.
Education
A.A - Liberal Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, Studio Art
SUNY Adirondack
Queensbury, New York05-2022
High School Regents Diploma -
The King's School
Hadley, New York06-2020
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY05-2026
Skills
- X-ray imaging
- HIPAA compliance
- Exam room setups
- Room disinfection
- Chairside support
- Patient education
- Customer service
- Organization
- Computer Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Critical and Creative Thinking
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
- Youth development
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
12.2024 - Current
Embroidery Machine Operator
Tee Shirt Graphics
05.2022 - 12.2024
Associate
TJ Maxx
06.2018 - 05.2022
Youth Counselor
Schuylerville Youth Center
06.2017 - 09.2017
A.A - Liberal Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, Studio Art
SUNY Adirondack
High School Regents Diploma -
The King's School
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Hudson Valley Community College