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Mitchell McPherson

Ionia,MI

Summary

Organized and detail-oriented individual seeking new and challenging career opportunities that promotes personal and professional growth, while also allowing for the chance to serve others in a manner that utilizes and expands upon existing skills and abilities.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Dental Assistant

Boucher Family Dentistry
Ionia, MI
07.2017 - Current
  • Vital clinical team member in dental practice's record setting production year, with more than 1 million dollars in production
  • Responsible for organization and continued maintenance of OSHA Safety Data Sheet (SDS) booklet
  • Performed conventional chair-side duties for a wide array of general-dentistry procedures including but not limited to anterior and posterior composite fillings, crown and bridge preparations, endodontic procedures, impressions, oral surgery, and the delivery of removable appliances
  • Applied proper health and safety protocols with evolving safety requirements, including throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic to ensure patient safety and effective biological waste disposal
  • Verified proper operation of dental equipment through biological indicator testing, completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and arranging for repairs when necessary
  • Provided diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies and taking intra-oral camera photos
  • Used Eaglesoft Software to document and review detailed patient data into computer system while following privacy laws
  • Interacted with local and state compliance officers to confirm the adherence to various government regulations

AmeriCorps Vista Summer Associate

AmeriCorps
Ionia, MI
06.2013 - 08.2013
  • Shadowed various professional staff to learn new industry-specific skills and expand upon previously-developed abilities
  • Helped in the implementation and leadership of a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) summer program for at-risk youth
  • Assisted in the establishment of a USDA I'M Kids Food program for food impoverished children within a bi-county area
  • Participated in STEM, cultural, leadership, and service-learning enrichment activities in both school and community settings aimed towards students who may not otherwise have access (college tours, field trips, etc.)
  • Observed participants, mitigated arguments between campers and enforced good sportsmanship during youth enrichment activities

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Biology

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
12.2016

Certification

  • Michigan Dental Association Dental Radiographer
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) for Adults, Children, and Infants

Practical Skills

  • Customer/Patient Care
  • Rapport Building
  • Dental Radiographs
  • Medical Charting
  • Dental Procedural Preparation, and Postoperative Care Instructions
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Application of Evidence-Based Practices
  • Data Research, Interpretation, and Citation
  • Basic Microscope and Microbiology Techniques
  • Typing (75 WPM)
  • Adept with Patterson EagleSoft Dental Software, Microsoft Office Suite, Final Cut Pro X

Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Collaboration and Mediation
  • Problem Solving/Critical Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Organization
  • Attention to Detail
  • Work Ethic
  • Self Motivation
  • Dependability
  • Integrity


Hobbies

  • Reading
  • Snowboarding
  • Photography/Videography
  • Playing Guitar/Piano
  • Rock Climbing
  • Mechanical/Automotive Repair

Volunteer History

  • Supported families with autism at movie and bowling events
  • Served food at local soup kitchen
  • Assisted at local animal shelter

Timeline

Clinical Dental Assistant

Boucher Family Dentistry
07.2017 - Current

AmeriCorps Vista Summer Associate

AmeriCorps
06.2013 - 08.2013

Bachelor of Science - Human Biology

Michigan State University

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