SEDRA MAZAHREH

I assist the endodontist chairside in a specialty endodontic practice, supporting an average of 50 patients per week through root canal therapy, retreatment, and apicoectomies using four-handed dentistry to keep procedures efficient and patients comfortable. My role includes:

• Capturing an average of 70 digital radiographs per week while following radiation safety protocols, giving the endodontist clear images for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Sterilizing instruments with ultrasonic cleaners and autoclaves and maintaining OSHA-compliant infection control, so every patient is treated in a safe environment.
• Preparing treatment rooms and specialized endodontic instruments for an average of 40 procedures per week, so the day runs on schedule with no delays between patients.
• Educating patients on what to expect during treatment and reviewing post-treatment instructions, while providing compassionate chairside support for anxious patients.

For two years, I served as an Arabic-to-English dental interpreter and assistant, working with U.S. dentists who traveled in for one-week trips every six months to care for underserved patients. My role included:

• Interpreting Arabic to English for about 10 patients per day across treatment tents and home visits, so dentists could take accurate histories, explain diagnoses, and review treatment plans.
• Bridging cultural gaps for patients with conditions ranging from minor complaints to chronic dental disease to otherwise preventable infections and tooth loss that had worsened due to limited access to care.
• Providing chairside support during procedures, including passing instruments, assisting with suction, and keeping patients calm and comfortable in field conditions.
• Sterilizing and setting up instruments between patients, following infection control protocols so every patient was treated safely in a mobile clinic setting.
• Working with the dental team to review post-treatment instructions and any prescribed medications, confirming that each patient understood dosing and aftercare before leaving.

Working at the front end of a high-traffic grocery and retail store, I was trusted with cash handling, age-verified sales, and resolving customer concerns on the spot. My role included:

• Processing customer transactions accurately while providing friendly, efficient service, keeping lines short and customers coming back.
• Addressing customer concerns professionally and escalating complex issues to management when needed, so problems were resolved quickly and fairly.
• Verifying identification for age-restricted purchases, keeping the store compliant with legal requirements.
• Handling cash carefully and balancing my register accurately.