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Fatima Latif

Jersey City

Summary


Dedicated and resilient applicant with a Master’s in Biomedical Sciences and extensive experience in clinical, research, and volunteer settings. Strong foundation in patient care, scientific inquiry, and interdisciplinary teamwork. Passionate about dentistry and committed to serving diverse communities through evidence-based, compassionate care.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

HEAD DENTAL ASSISTANT

Skyline dental
  • Dental staff assistance
  • Dental office administration
  • Assisted dentists with procedures such as dental fillings, crowns, implant surgeries, veneers, oral surgery etc.
  • Sterilizing dental instruments and Preparing the treatment room.
  • Followed proper universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times.
  • Provided compassionate care and ensured patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, a gentle approach, and the development of a positive rapport.

DENTAL ASSISTANT VOLUNTEER

Jersey City Dental Spa
  • Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment in preparation for patient treatment
  • Used open dental to type patient data into a computer system while adhering to privacy laws and maintaining a high level of accuracy.
  • Aided dentist’s, hygienists, and other personnel by providing them with the necessary tools and supplies for procedures.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for a clean dental office setting and patient safety.

Volunteer

Elizabeth Foot And Ankle Associates
01.2025 - Current

Volunteered with a podiatrist treating elderly residents in a nursing home. Observed patient interactions, routine foot care, and chronic condition management. I gained insight into the importance of communication, empathy, and interdisciplinary care in managing aging patients lessons I plan to apply in my future dental career.

Program Director

Masjid Darul Khair
01.2018 - Current


  • Modified religious classroom plans to meet the needs of students with special learning needs.
  • Organized Friday prayers for women and children
  • Organized holiday buffets for the less fortunate

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
12.2021

Bio Medical Science

Rutgers
Newark, NJ
06-2025

Skills

  • Patient communication & chairside assisting
  • Manual dexterity & attention to detail
  • Infection control & sterilization
  • Research & data analysis

LANGUAGES

English | Native
Urdu | Native
Hindi | Intermediate

Timeline

Volunteer

Elizabeth Foot And Ankle Associates
01.2025 - Current

Program Director

Masjid Darul Khair
01.2018 - Current

HEAD DENTAL ASSISTANT

Skyline dental

DENTAL ASSISTANT VOLUNTEER

Jersey City Dental Spa

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Montclair State University

Bio Medical Science

Rutgers