Metra Bakhshi
Rancho Cordova,CA
Summary
Dental professional with over 5 years of clinical experience in Afghanistan, providing comprehensive patient care across diverse cases and settings. Skilled in chairside procedures, treatment planning, infection control, and managing complex dental cases with a strong focus on patient comfort and safety. Gained additional U.S. clinical experience through a two-month volunteer position at a dental clinic in Austin, Texas, supporting patient care and dental team operations. Currently transitioning into the U.S. dental field, eager to apply advanced clinical knowledge and contribute to a high-quality dental practice.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
La Frontera Dental
Austin, TX
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Assisted dental professionals in patient care and procedures to ensure smooth operations.
- Organized patient records and maintained confidentiality, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Provided support in scheduling appointments and managing patient inquiries effectively.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices, promoting preventive care and community health awareness.
Dentist
Nasseri Dental Clinic
Kabul, Afghanistan
01.2018 - 06.2021
- Performed comprehensive dental examinations and assessments for diverse patient needs.
- Executed treatment plans, including restorative procedures and preventive care, ensuring patient comfort.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care for optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with dental hygienists to streamline workflow and enhance clinic efficiency.
Education
Dental Assistant
The College of Health Care Professions
TX01.2026
M.D. - Dentistry
Noman Sadat Institute Of Higher Education
Kabul, Afghanistan03.2017
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organized and efficient
- Problem-solving
- Treatment Planning
- Diagnosis skills
- Emergency dental care
- Patient management
- X-ray review
- Root canal treatment
- Crown placement
- Tooth repair
- Patient care
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Volunteer
La Frontera Dental
03.2022 - 05.2022
Dentist
Nasseri Dental Clinic
01.2018 - 06.2021
Dental Assistant
The College of Health Care Professions
M.D. - Dentistry
Noman Sadat Institute Of Higher Education