Ronald Walters
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Biomedical Sciences student and Division I athlete on the pre-dental track with a strong academic foundation in anatomical understanding and high levels of commitment. Experienced in dental clinical settings and committed to excellent patient-centered care and service for underserved communities. Dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working within high-performance healthcare teams.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant Volunteer
Bread of Healing Dental Clinic
Milwaukee, WI
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted the dentist in performing procedures and organizing patient records.
- Prepared treatment areas by sterilizing instruments, patient bays, and organizing instruments and supplies efficiently.
- Utilized Spanish skills to translate patient needs in a way staff can understand.
- Promoted a welcoming experience for all patients to ensure hospitality and safety during treatment
Dental School Teaching Assistant
Marquette University College of Health Sciences
Milwaukee, WI
01.2026 - Current
- Appointed Biomedical Systems 2 TA for the first year dental students after earning top marks in Marquette's rigorous Head and Neck Anatomy course.
- Led small-group instruction on craniofacial structures, guided cadaver dissections, and translated complex anatomical relationships into ways the dental students could grasp.
- Assisted faculty in preparing course materials, resources for classroom instruction, and examinations.
- Facilitated communication between students and faculty in regards to academic understanding.
- Organized and maintained classroom supplies to ensure a conducive learning environment.
Dental Lab Technician
Netwal Dental Laboratory
La Crosse
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Was personally responsible for the manufacturing of dentures and implant orders from dentists
- Completed detailed models of patients' mouths to create accurate devices.
- Collaborated with lab owners and local dentists and dental specialists to gain an understanding of the desired denture or implant product.
- Utilized knowledge of tooth anatomy to obtain the correct detailed and proper orientation of partial dentures.
- Placed tooth models on apparatus mimicking bites and movement of patients' jaw to evaluate functionality of models.
Dental Assistant
Family Dentistry Of West Salem; Joseph Weber DDS
West Salem, WI
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted with scheduling and billing for patients
- Maintained clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Processed patient X-Rays for four assistants in the office.
- Updated patient Information in Eagle Soft and performed routine periodontal charting.
- Assisted hygienists and other dental assistants in room set up and take down between patients.
- Supported Dr. Weber during procedures by anticipating needs and providing necessary instruments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI05-2026
Minor - Business Administration And Spanish For The HP
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI05-2026
Skills
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Infection control proficiency
- Sterilization techniques
- Patient care excellence
- Appointment scheduling
- Dental procedure assistance
- Periodontal charting
- Digital X-ray processing
- Excellent communication
- Treatment room setup
- Organizational skills
- Reliability
Certification
- CPR and AED certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant Volunteer
Bread of Healing Dental Clinic
02.2026 - Current
Dental School Teaching Assistant
Marquette University College of Health Sciences
01.2026 - Current
Dental Lab Technician
Netwal Dental Laboratory
05.2024 - 08.2024
Dental Assistant
Family Dentistry Of West Salem; Joseph Weber DDS
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Marquette University
Minor - Business Administration And Spanish For The HP
Marquette University