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BIOLOGY COURSES TAKEN
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
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Sierra Henderson

Flagstaff,AZ

Summary

Knowledgeable biologist in training with experience handling microbes, parasites, and unknown entities with reliable accounts for results in the lab. Experience in collecting, examining, and testing data in a lab setting with near accurate results to that of my peers. Qualifiable attributes for a leadership role in a lab setting and good listening skills to criticism or improvements that need to be made.

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Work History

Orthodontic Assistant

Orthodontics Inc.
08.2024 - Current
  • Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
  • Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
  • Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
  • Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
  • Increased overall patient satisfaction by promptly addressing any discomfort or concerns related to their treatments.
  • Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
12-2025

High School Diploma -

Poston Butte Highschool
San Tan Valley, AZ
05-2021

Associate of Science - Dental Assisting

Cavit
San Tan Valley, AZ
05-2021

Skills

  • Data collection
  • Data analysis
  • Light microscopy
  • DNA extraction
  • Writing biological reports
  • Scientific writings
  • Cell culture techniques
  • PCR techniques
  • Laboratory experiments
  • Specimen collection
  • DNA sequencing
  • Equipment maintenance

Certification

  • Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Arizona Dental Board.
  • Radiation Health and Safety Certification (RHS) - Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).

BIOLOGY COURSES TAKEN

  • BIO181 Lecture/Lab Unit of life I: Cell Life

-Understanding of molecular and cellular principles of all life on earth.


  • BIO182 lecture/Lab Unity/Life II: Multicellular

-Understanding the organismal standards of life on earth.


  • BIO201 Lecture/Lab Human Anatomy/Physiology I

-Basic understanding of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and sensory systems in the human body.


  • BIO202 Lecture/Lab Human Anatomy/Physiology II

-Basic Understanding of body fluid, cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, urinary, reproductive, and endocrine systems in the human body.


  • BIO205 Lecture/Lab Microbiology

-Fundamental understanding of microbiology with emphasis of the structure and function of the aspects of organisms.


  • BIO320 General Pathology

-Intermediate understanding of the body systems when affected by disease, cell death and inflammation with emphasis on cells and organ systems.


  • BIO375 Infectious Disease

-Intermediate understanding of infectious microorganisms and how a human body responds to such nature.


HOBBIES AND INTERESTS

When I am not in school or at home studying for an upcoming exam, I am either outdoors with my dogs running around or reading a cozy book at home. I enjoy anything from classic literature to current day romance books. On occasion my boyfriend will join us for our evening stroll and it gives me a chance to tell him all about what I am learning in school.

Timeline

Orthodontic Assistant

Orthodontics Inc.
08.2024 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Northern Arizona University

High School Diploma -

Poston Butte Highschool

Associate of Science - Dental Assisting

Cavit
Sierra Henderson