Saja Alshati
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
Sasha's Wine Bar
St Louis, MO
06.2021 - 12.2025
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Reorganized bar stations to streamline service flow.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Developed drink recipes and menus to meet customer preferences while optimizing profitability.
- Maintained detailed inventory of bar supplies and stocked work areas.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Complied with health codes, sanitation requirements, and license regulations while streamlining productivity initiatives.
- Controlled labor costs by adjusting schedules and workflows to align with anticipated customer demands.
- Maintained cleanliness standards throughout the bar area including countertops, shelves and equipment.
- Coordinated with chefs on food pairings for cocktails or beer selections.
- Mitigated health risks and reduced safety hazards by creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment.
- Inspected restrooms and dining and serving areas to foster cleanliness and proper setup.
- Reviewed monthly sales reports to identify areas of improvement and growth opportunities.
- Increased profits by overseeing inventory and strategically increasing menu prices.
- Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.
Dental Assistant
Fresh Smiles Dental
St Louis, MO
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
- Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Exposed diagnostic dental x-rays to analyze teeth condition.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Fabricated custom teeth impressions and temporary restorations for patients from given samples.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
Car Salesperson
Audi Kirkwood
Saint Louis, MO
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Followed up with customers to build long-term relationships and successful referrals.
- Finalized documentation for contracts, purchase receipts, vehicle registrations, and dealer files.
- Created detailed reports of daily sales activities for management review.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Assisted in developing promotional campaigns and advertising materials for upcoming events or special offers.
- Scheduled automotive deliveries with vendors and customers.
- Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
- Met with potential customers to inquire about car preferences, assess financial limitations and offer information about vehicle choices.
- Responded to inquiries from potential customers via email and telephone.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Ticketed, arranged and displayed merchandise to promote sales.
- Collaborated with prospective customers over phone and email to schedule sales appointments.
- Handled returns and exchanges according to company policies.
- Managed sales negotiations and financing options.
- Researched local, state, and federal laws regarding auto sales regulations when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CA05-2026
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
St. Louis Community College
St Louis, MO05-2024
Skills
- Foodservice management
- Cocktail development
- FOH operations oversight
- ServSafe compliance
- Performance monitoring
- Health codes compliance
- Team building
- Budget management
- Problem-solving
- Instrument preparation
- Prosthodontic treatment support
- Chairside assistance
- Patient records gathering
- Oral healthcare
- Patient scheduling
- Dental records
- Laboratory case management
- X-ray processing
- Electronic charting
- Impression taking skills
- Clinical support
- Restorative procedures
- Dentrix proficiency
- Teeth cleaning assistance
- Bilingual in Arabic
Languages
English
Professional
Arabic
Professional
Accomplishments
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Fresh Smiles Dental
12.2023 - 12.2024
Bar Manager
Sasha's Wine Bar
06.2021 - 12.2025
Car Salesperson
Audi Kirkwood
05.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
West Los Angeles College
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
St. Louis Community College
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