Ronald Pennington
North East,MD
Summary
To obtain full time position where I can put my professional, education and experience. To use and continue collecting additional skills.
Overview
57
57
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technician 3
Aspen Dental
Abingdon, MD
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Specialized in advanced methodologies for removable and implant-based reconstructions.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
Owner
Pennington Dental
Elkton, MD
01.1985 - 01.2020
- Fabricated dentures, bridges, crowns and other prosthetics using various materials including plaster, wax, porcelain, plastic, gold and other metals.
- Extensive expertise in computer applications, research methodologies, and marketing strategies.
- Oversaw comprehensive tasks to ensure seamless business functionality.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Analyzed client business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
Professor/Lecturer
Community College of Baltimore
Baltimore, MD
01.1978 - 01.1982
- Co-chaired Dental Prosthetic Department and contributed as faculty member.
- Instructed first and second-year dental students in Full Denture, Cast Partial Denture, and Crown and Bridge construction, Cast Partial Denture; Crown and Bridge construction; Ceramics; Dental Anatomy; Dental Materials.
- Formulated well-structured syllabus of course content to detail learning goals and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated dental school externship at University of Maryland.
- Supported faculty during graduating students' final prosthetics assessments.
Manager, Crown & Bridge
Cooper's Dental Labs
Baltimore, MD
01.1977 - 01.1978
- Managed departmental operations and ensured quality control in a 50-member laboratory.
- Supervised procurement processes, conducted hiring/firing, and ensured proper training for employees.
- Conducted performance reviews for team members.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
Sales Representative and Collections
Benton Dental Supply
Baltimore, MD
01.1976 - 01.1977
- Optimized workflows to enhance operational efficiency.
- Responsible for collecting delinquent accounts ranging from Sales territory included: Maryland, Virginia and Delaware, existing accounts, and new accounts
- Received commendations from supervisors for comments directed at engaged accounts.
- Developed and maintained relationships with existing clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers to ensure repeat business.
Manager
Northeastern Dental Lab
Elkton, MD
01.1973 - 01.1976
- Managed 7 person lab and produced all crown and bridge work and ceramics
- Ensured all deliverables met quality standards before being sent to dental offices.
- Coordinated payroll processing and maintained accurate financial records.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
Ceramist
Climax Dental Lab
Wilmington, DE
01.1972 - 01.1973
- Started the crown and bridge department for a commercial Laboratory in Wilmington, Del
- Developed equipment and work space layout for owners
Department Manager
US Army
Aberdeen, MD
03.1969 - 12.1971
- After completion of Infantry training, Received advanced Crown and Bridge, Ceramics
- Advanced school at Fort Sam Houston, TX
- Studied/trained/specialized in these areas until honorably discharged in December, 1971
- Honorable
Dental Laboratory Specialist
Goodwin Dental Lab
Petersburg, VA
01.1968 - 01.1969
- Started Apprenticeship in Dental Technology until enlistment in U S Army
Education
Certificate in Osseointegrated Implant Courses -
Dentsply International
York, PA01.2001
Certificate in Esthetic, Phonetics,Function -
Dentsply International
York, PA01.1997
Associate in Business Management -
Cecil Community College, Community College of Baltimore
North East, MD01.1978
General Studies -
Thomas Dale High School
Chester, VA01.1969
Skills
- Cash Handling
- Customer Service
- Organizational Skills
- Security
- Military Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Logistics
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Anatomy Knowledge
- CCTV
- EMT Experience
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Certification for CCB Dental laboratory
- Professor
- Lecturer
- Computer literacy
- US Army
- District Director Royal Rangers
- Management
- Driving
- Dispatching
- Armed Security Officer
- Coordinator Dental laboratory Department
- Communication skills
- Laboratory experience
- Anatomy Instruction CCB
- Medical terminology
- Surveillance
- Curriculum Development CCB
- Program Management
Certification
- Maryland Guard Card, 03/01/11, 03/01/27
- Security Guard Cert., 102-180860
- Maryland Permit To Carry A Handgun, 03/01/14, 03/01/28, 21HGP018909
- First Aid Certification, CPR/AED 8B746BAE. Infant, Child, Adult
- Armed Security License, 03/01/14, 03/01/28, Ware and carry concealed weapons in 34 states.
- BLS Certification, TS/SCI
Groups
- Lodge 15 Maryland State Police, Member, 2005-Present
- District director Royal Rangers (Assembly of God), Boy outreach ages 6-18, 1973-1982
Military Service
Army, United States, E-4, 03/01/69, 12/01/71, 1st Army Medical Dept.
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US
Timeline
Technician 3
Aspen Dental
11.2022 - 07.2024
Owner
Pennington Dental
01.1985 - 01.2020
Professor/Lecturer
Community College of Baltimore
01.1978 - 01.1982
Manager, Crown & Bridge
Cooper's Dental Labs
01.1977 - 01.1978
Sales Representative and Collections
Benton Dental Supply
01.1976 - 01.1977
Manager
Northeastern Dental Lab
01.1973 - 01.1976
Ceramist
Climax Dental Lab
01.1972 - 01.1973
Certificate in Osseointegrated Implant Courses -
Dentsply International
Certificate in Esthetic, Phonetics,Function -
Dentsply International
Associate in Business Management -
Cecil Community College, Community College of Baltimore
General Studies -
Thomas Dale High School
Department Manager
US Army
03.1969 - 12.1971
Dental Laboratory Specialist
Goodwin Dental Lab
01.1968 - 01.1969
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