Shakierra Hamilton
Summary
Experienced in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols. Skilled in patient care, including preparation of treatment rooms and assisting during dental procedures, which enhances workflow efficiency. Proficient in performing digital X-rays and adhering to HIPAA guidelines for patient privacy. Demonstrated ability to educate patients on oral hygiene practices and document clinical procedures accurately.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Phlebotomists
South Light
Raleigh
04.2025 - Current
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Dental Assistant
Southern Village Dental
Clayton, NC
12.2025 - 02.2026
- Assisted in patient care by preparing treatment rooms, ensuring a sterile environment, and organizing dental tools.
- Supported dentists during procedures by providing instruments, suctioning, and anticipating needs to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-operative care, contributing to improved patient satisfaction and compliance.
- Participated in training sessions on safety protocols and best practices, enhancing overall team competency in patient care.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
Dental Assistant (Intern)
Day and Night
Raleigh, NC
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided chair side assistance to the dentist during a variety of dental procedures.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Broke down and set up equipment and sanitized various dental tools.
- Maintained an organized and clean environment in the dental office, including sterilizing instruments and equipment.
- Observed infection control protocols while performing work duties.
- Greeted and welcomed patients upon arrival at the office, ensuring their comfort throughout their visit.
- Conducted inventory of all supplies used in the clinic area daily.
Education
Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
Accelerated Academy Dental Assisting
04.2025 - 11.2026
Spring Creek High School
Goldsboro , NC Skills
- Patient care
- Venipuncture
- Blood collection
- HIPAA compliance
- Digital X-rays
- Chair-side assistance
- Dental procedures
- Sterilization protocols
- Treatment room preparation
- Patient education
- Equipment sanitization
- Dental tools organization
- Specimen handling
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Medical testing
- Infection control
- X-ray imaging
- Dental tool sterilization
- Quality patient care
- Team collaboration
- Dental impressions
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Equipment sterilization
- Oral healthcare
- Teeth cleaning assistance
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Southern Village Dental
12.2025 - 02.2026
Dental Assistant (Intern)
Day and Night
10.2025 - 12.2025
Phlebotomists
South Light
04.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
Accelerated Academy Dental Assisting
04.2025 - 11.2026
Spring Creek High School