Shinyu Jeong
Summary
Highly organized former U.S. Army Dental Specialist (68E) with 8 years of experience in pediatric and general dentistry, clinic management, radiology, sterilization, patient education, and inventory and supply management. Demonstrated leadership and clinical expertise through roles as a dental assistant, practice manager, and supply technician. Achieved promotion to Sergeant and played a key role in maintaining exceptional clinic readiness ratings. Currently working towards a Biology degree to further advance a career in healthcare as a future dental professional.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Specialist (68E)
U.S. Army
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Honorable Discharge
- Promoted to Sergeant (SGT) in July, 2021
Dental Practice Manager
East Bliss Dental Clinic
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed daily clinic operations, supervised scheduling, and supported dental readiness activities.
- Managed a team of 6 military dentists, 14 civilian staff, and 9 enlisted soldiers as a Practice Manager in a military dental clinic.
Dental Specialist
Carius Dental Clinic
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Assisted dentists and specialists in endodontics and comprehensive dentistry
- Supported procedures such as root canals, restorations, and extractions
- Managed front desk duties and maintained sterilization and infection control standards
COVID-19 Public Health Hotline Team Member
Carius Dental Clinic
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Executed 12-hour shifts during COVID-19, providing guidance on testing, symptoms, isolation, and vaccination.
- Delivered Korean interpretation for limited-English-speaking callers, ensuring effective communication of public health information.
- Maintained professionalism and efficiency under high call volume and emotionally challenging situations to support community health.
Practice Manager, Sterilization, Supply Tech
Smoke Bomb Hill Dental Clinic
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Managed clinic supply ordering, inventory tracking, and equipment maintenance.
- Completed field sanitation training to support field operations and hygiene readiness.
- Volunteered for Retiree Appreciation Day; assisted with dental exams for over 45 veterans.
- Participated in mass dental readiness events and field training exercises.
Dental Assistant, Front Desk Administrator (PAD)
Dental Clinic #3
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Provided chairside assisting, radiology, and patient administrative support.
- Maintained and audited dental records for active duty service members and military retirees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations
- Tracked and updated patient dental readiness as part of administrative duties
- Contributed to National Children's Dental Health Week outreach initiatives.
Dental Specialist
Camp Humphreys, Korea, U.S. Army
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Assisted Dr. Egbert in pediatric dental procedures and shadowed OR cases with COL Jung in Yongsan.
- Executed all clinic functions including sterilization, radiology, record auditing, and front desk tasks.
- Instrumental in achieving a 97% clinic readiness rating.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgia State University (GSU)
Atlanta, GA06.2025
Skills
- The Army Commendation Medal
- Army Achievement Medal
- Armed Forces Service Metal
- Achieved perfect score of 300 on Army Physical Fitness Test
- Certificate of Appreciation
Certification
- Basic Leader Course
- Field Sanitation Training
- Sterilization (Army Certified)
- Range Safety NCO
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Languages
Korean
Timeline
Dental Specialist (68E)
U.S. Army
07.2021 - 02.2022
Dental Practice Manager
East Bliss Dental Clinic
10.2020 - 01.2022
COVID-19 Public Health Hotline Team Member
Carius Dental Clinic
03.2020 - 05.2020
Dental Specialist
Carius Dental Clinic
05.2019 - 10.2020
Practice Manager, Sterilization, Supply Tech
Smoke Bomb Hill Dental Clinic
06.2017 - 05.2019
Dental Assistant, Front Desk Administrator (PAD)
Dental Clinic #3
07.2015 - 06.2017
Dental Specialist
Camp Humphreys, Korea, U.S. Army
07.2014 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgia State University (GSU)
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