Megan Blake
New Stanton,PA
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking professional with experience in dental assisting, orthodontics, and bartending. Skilled in patient care, customer service, multitasking, and communication in fast-paced environments. Certified dental assistant and licensed expanded function dental assistant with strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team while providing a positive experience for patients and customers
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
LaRue Family Orthodontics
Latrobe, Pennsylvania
05.2026 - Current
- Assisted in orthodontic procedures, including bracket bonding, arch wire changes, and ligature placement to support effective patient treatment
- Performed digital scanning, dental radiography, and maintained orthodontic records to enhance patient education and care
- Facilitated communication and teamwork in delivery of patient care, ensuring adherence to infection control and sterilization protocols
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Willowbrook Dental Associates
Greensburg, Pennsylvania
06.2023 - Current
- Execute advanced expanded functions, including precise placement and finishing of composite and amalgam restorations
- Assisted chairside during complex general dentistry procedures, ensuring optimal patient comfort and procedural efficiency
- Managed digital radiography and diagnostic imaging, prioritizing patient safety and adherence to radiation protection protocols
- Educated patients on personalized oral hygiene strategies and post-operative care to enhance recovery and long-term oral health
Bartender
Parkwood Inn
Greensburg, Pennsylvania
05.2015 - Current
- Managed multiple drink and food orders while assisting staff and processing payments in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared and served alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks based on customer preferences.
- Provided friendly, efficient customer support, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere.
- Followed food safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Expanded Function Dental Assistant
Westmoreland County Community College
Youngwood, PA06-2024
Skills
- Time management
- Beverage preparation
- Order management
- Team coordination
- Food safety
- Bar inventory
- Expanded functions
- Chairside assisting
- Patient education
- Infection control
Certification
- Expanded Function Dental Assistant
- Certified Dental Assistant
- Responsible Alcohol Management Program
- Radiology
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
LaRue Family Orthodontics
05.2026 - Current
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Willowbrook Dental Associates
06.2023 - Current
Bartender
Parkwood Inn
05.2015 - Current
Associate of Science - Expanded Function Dental Assistant
Westmoreland County Community College