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Pratyusha Abbireddi

Santa Ana,CA

Summary

Dental and Public Health graduate with experience as a Behavior Technician, and a strong foundation in clinical care and community outreach. Skilled in patient education, preventive dental care, behavior support strategies, and health promotion. Seeking to apply clinical, behavioral, and public health expertise in internship opportunities focused on research and community wellness.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavior Technician

Footprints Behavioral Interventions
Santa Ana, California
02.2026 - Current
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans under supervision of BCBA.
  • Collected and recorded client progress data during sessions.
  • Engaged clients through positive reinforcement techniques and structured activities.
  • Provided direct 1:1 behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder.
  • Maintained a safe, supportive environment conducive to client growth.
  • Facilitated peer social interactions using verbal prompts and physical guidance.
  • Assisted in developing communication systems with visual supports like picture exchange.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge base.

Intern Volunteer

Hand In Hand Hospice
Arlington , TX
08.2025 - 12.2025

• Developed community health education programs to raise awareness of advanced care planning and end-of-life options.
• Collaborated with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to guide on living wills and decision-making.
• Assisted patients with daily living activities(ADLs) and provided emotional and behavioral support in a compassionate, structured manner.
• Evaluated program efficiency through systematic data collection and analysis, identifying service improvement areas.
• Created health communication materials, including brochures and flyers, to enhance understanding of hospice care.
• Strengthened community engagement by promoting hospice services and resources.
• Facilitated direct outreach initiatives to educate diverse populations on available support options.
• Enhanced skills in data-driven program evaluation and culturally sensitive health education practices.

Teaching Assistant

University Of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
08.2024 - 05.2025

• Assisted faculty in grading assignments and managing course materials on learning platforms.
• Provided academic support to students through tutoring, office hours, and clarifying course content.
• Supported the development of case studies and public health learning tools to improve course delivery.

  • Assisted professors in preparing course materials and lecture presentations.
  • Facilitated communication between students and faculty regarding academic concerns.
  • Organized and led study sessions to enhance student understanding of course content.

General Dentist

Trident Dental Clinic
Hyderabad, India
03.2023 - 10.2023

• Diagnosed and evaluated various dental conditions, diseases, and oral abnormalities through clinical assessment and patient history.
• Delivered direct patient care while managing behavioral responses such as anxiety, fear and noncompliance, especially in pediatric and special-needs patients.
• Performed endodontic procedures such as root canal therapy to treat pulpal infections and preserve natural dentition.
• Educated patients and caregivers using developmentally appropriate explanations to promote adherence to treatment plans.

Intern

G. Pulla Reddy Dental College and Hospital
Kurnool India
01.2022 - 01.2023

• Delivered oral health education talks to children at various schools as part of public health initiatives.
• Took part in numerous community dental camps organized by the institution in both school and rural village settings.
• Treated over 250 patients across various clinical procedures, including extractions, scaling, tooth preparations, and conservative restorative treatments.
• Actively participated in community outreach programs, delivering essential dental care and services to underserved populations.
• Assisted senior faculty during advanced surgical procedures such as impaction removal and cyst enucleation.

Education

Master of Science - Master of Public Health (MPH)

The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
12-2025

Bachelor of Dental Surgery - BDS

G. Pulla Reddy Dental College And Hospital
India
12-2022

Skills

  • Applied behavior analysis
  • Clinical assessment
  • Intervention planning
  • Living skills training
  • Data collection
  • Natural environment teaching
  • Patient care
  • Case management
  • Documentation skills
  • Health education
  • Team collaboration
  • Client development
  • Self-management strategies
  • Communication strategies
  • Empathy and patience

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (CPR & AED) , 05/2026 , American Heart Association
  • Infection Control , 09/25 , American Health Training
  • General Dentist , 12/2023 , Telangana State Dental Council , India

Technical Skills

• MS Office Suite
• SPSS(Intermediate)
• SAS

LinkedIn URL

www.linkedin.com/in/drpratyushaabbireddi

Timeline

Behavior Technician

Footprints Behavioral Interventions
02.2026 - Current

Intern Volunteer

Hand In Hand Hospice
08.2025 - 12.2025

Teaching Assistant

University Of Texas At Arlington
08.2024 - 05.2025

General Dentist

Trident Dental Clinic
03.2023 - 10.2023

Intern

G. Pulla Reddy Dental College and Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2023

Master of Science - Master of Public Health (MPH)

The University of Texas At Arlington

Bachelor of Dental Surgery - BDS

G. Pulla Reddy Dental College And Hospital
Pratyusha Abbireddi