Shunquita Payton
Jackson,MS
Summary
Motivated and compassionate Dental Assistant with extensive experience providing excellent support during dental exams and procedures. Committed to fostering a relaxed and comfortable environment in which patients feel welcomed, accepted, reassured, and confident in the care they receive.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Kelly Family Dentistry
Flowood, MS
11.2024 - Current
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Digital Personal Shopper
Walmart
Madison, MS
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Fulfilling online orders by selecting items within a store, ensuring product quality, packaging orders, and facilitating pickup or delivery to customers.
- Assisting with inventory checks and ensuring items are stocked properly. Adhering to efficiency standards, safety procedures, and company policies.
- Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and making good selections for customers.
Shoe Sales Associate
Belk
Flowood, MS
2024 - 01.2025
- Providing excellent customer service, assisting customers in finding the right shoes, and maintaining a clean and organized sales floor.
- Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color to maintain clean, visually-appealing showroom.
- Serviced multiple customers at once, multi-tasked and enthusiastically handled special projects.
Assembly Line Operator
Sanderson Farms
Flowood, MS
12.2021 - 10.2024
- Preparing products for shipment by packaging them securely, ensuring quality, and adhering to safety standards.
- Operating equipment and using forklifts to move materials and packages, while maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
- Trained new employees on assembly procedures, fostering a supportive work environment and promoting teamwork among staff.
Delivery Driver
UPS Freight
Jackson, MS
2019 - 2021
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
Retail Sales Associate
Target
Flowood, MS
2020 - 2021
- Answers customers questions about merchandise. Collected payments using the store point of sale system.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
Assembly Line Worker
Nissan Plant
Canton, MS
2020 - 2021
- Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
- Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
- Operated various tools, machinery, and equipment to complete assembly tasks efficiently and accurately.
Shift Manager
Cookoutnc
Jackson, MS
2018 - 2019
- Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
- Promoted a positive work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
Education
Dental Assisting
Delta Technical College
Ridgeland, MS11.2025
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Holmes Community College
Ridgeland, MS01.2022
High School Diploma -
Provine High School
Jackson, MS05.2018
Skills
- Ability to Multitask
- Interpersonal Communication
- Knowledge of Dental and Medical Terminology
- Preliminary Oral Health Exams
- 4-Handed Dentistry
- Eaglesoft
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
LANGUAGES
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Dental Assisting National Board
- Radiology Certification (RPH), Mississippi State Board of Dental Examiners
- CPR Certification, American Red Cross
Timeline
Digital Personal Shopper
Walmart
02.2025 - 08.2025
Dental Assistant
Kelly Family Dentistry
11.2024 - Current
Assembly Line Operator
Sanderson Farms
12.2021 - 10.2024
Shoe Sales Associate
Belk
2024 - 01.2025
Delivery Driver
UPS Freight
2019 - 2021
Retail Sales Associate
Target
2020 - 2021
Assembly Line Worker
Nissan Plant
2020 - 2021
Shift Manager
Cookoutnc
2018 - 2019
Dental Assisting
Delta Technical College
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Holmes Community College
High School Diploma -
Provine High School