Shannon Strunk
Fort Walton Beach,FL
Summary
Owner of a nutrition shop looking for possible work from home opportunity. I am dedicated and willing to learn. I miss being in the dental field and would love to get the chance to get back in with working from home.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Coastal periodontics
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
04.2024 - Current
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental procedures.
- Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
Owner/Operator
Ocean City Nutrition
Fort Walton Beach, FL
07.2021 - 04.2024
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
- Developed strategic partnerships with other businesses in order to expand reach into new markets.
- Delivered excellent customer service to clients and fellow employees.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
- Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
- Devised and implemented marketing strategies to attract [Number] new clients.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Owner/Operator
Freedom Nutrition
Valparaiso, FL
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Owner and operator of a nutrtion drink shop specializes in protein shakes and teas
Dental Assistant
Emerald Coast Periodontics
Niceville, FL
08.2019 - 02.2021
- Assistance in surgical procedures, checking in and out patients, sterilization, writing up pt charts, pre and postop instructions, scheduling, insurance, blood draws
Dental Assistant
Dr. John Ceraso
Southern Pines, NC
10.2016 - 08.2019
- Responsible for bringing pts back, checking health history, updating medications, setup and cleanup of rooms, assisting Dr
- In procedures, and post op instructions
Dental Assistant/Surgical Tech
Emerald Coast Periodontics
Niceville, FL
12.2014 - 07.2016
Dental Assistant/ Office Manager
Park Dental
Mint Hill, NC
11.2008 - 06.2012
Food Server
Saltgrass Streakhouse
San Antonio, TX
01.2008 - 10.2008
Home Health Aide
Educare
San Antonio, TX
10.2007 - 10.2008
Dental Assistant
Castle Dental Center
San Antonio, TX
11.2006 - 12.2007
Home Health Aide
Girling Healthcare
San Antonio, TX
04.2006 - 10.2007
Dental Assistant
Family Smile Center
Frederick, MD
08.2005 - 01.2006
Dental Assistant
Dr. Paul Schwartzman
Rockville, MD
01.2001 - 01.2005
Dental Assistant
Coastal periodontics
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Education
Certification -
Texas State Board
08.2007
Certification -
Texas State Board of Dental
08.2007
Associates Degree in Human Relations in Human Relations -
Frederick Community College
High School Diploma -
Linganore High School
High School Diploma -
College Park
Skills
- CPR (Less than 1 year)
- CPR/ (Less than 1 year)
- CPR/AED (Less than 1 year)
- Dental Assistant (10 years)
- Dental Assisting (Less than 1 year)
- Eaglesoft
- Chairside Assisting
- Infection Control Training
- Front Desk
- Laboratory Experience
- Medical Imaging
- Dentrix
- Dental Receptionist
- HIPAA
- Medical Scheduling
- Personnel Management
- Financial Planning
- Operations Oversight
- Staffing
- Operations Management
- Payroll Processing
- Hiring
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- CPR Certification
Additional Information
- Dental X-rays
- Coronal Polishing
- Suture Removal
- Sealants
- Study Model Pour and Trim
- Fully Expanded Dental Assisting
- CPR/AED
- Periodontics Proficiency
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Coastal periodontics
04.2024 - Current
Owner/Operator
Ocean City Nutrition
07.2021 - 04.2024
Owner/Operator
Freedom Nutrition
06.2021 - 08.2022
Dental Assistant
Emerald Coast Periodontics
08.2019 - 02.2021
Dental Assistant
Dr. John Ceraso
10.2016 - 08.2019
Dental Assistant/Surgical Tech
Emerald Coast Periodontics
12.2014 - 07.2016
Dental Assistant/ Office Manager
Park Dental
11.2008 - 06.2012
Food Server
Saltgrass Streakhouse
01.2008 - 10.2008
Home Health Aide
Educare
10.2007 - 10.2008
Dental Assistant
Castle Dental Center
11.2006 - 12.2007
Home Health Aide
Girling Healthcare
04.2006 - 10.2007
Dental Assistant
Family Smile Center
08.2005 - 01.2006
Dental Assistant
Dr. Paul Schwartzman
01.2001 - 01.2005
Certification -
Texas State Board
Certification -
Texas State Board of Dental
Associates Degree in Human Relations in Human Relations -
Frederick Community College
High School Diploma -
Linganore High School
High School Diploma -
College Park
Dental Assistant
Coastal periodontics