Tiffany Ung
Ypsilanti
Summary
Dedicated Pediatric Dental Assistant with three years of hands-on experience collaborating with dental professionals to provide exceptional patient care. Proficient in taking dental X-rays, preparing impressions, and assisting dentists and dental hygienists to ensure smooth operations. Committed to upholding the highest standards of cleanliness and sterility in all clinical environments, fostering a safe and welcoming atmosphere for young patients. Eager to leverage skills and knowledge to contribute effectively to a dynamic dental team.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Ann Arbor Pediatric Dentistry
Ann Arbor, MI
08.2021 - 04.2024
- Facilitated chairside assistance in four-handed dentistry during examinations and procedures to enhance dentist efficiency.
- Ensured optimal treatment room readiness through meticulous sterilization of instruments and systematic organization of materials.
- Provided education on oral hygiene techniques to foster preventive health measures among patients.
- Assisted in dental procedures, maintaining a focus on patient safety while enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Mentored new dental assistants in office protocols and equipment operation.
- Upheld rigorous sanitation standards in work environment to safeguard against cross-contamination and infection.
- Executed x-ray procedures with strict adherence to radiation safety protocols.
- Organized and prepared instruments, medications, and essential materials for dental procedures.
- Conducted thorough sterilization and organized equipment and instruments to support 8-12 procedures each day.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and provided detailed home care instructions.
- Captured dental images while adhering to stringent patient protection protocols and utilizing lead aprons.
- Managed the process of exposing, developing, and mounting dental x-rays, ensuring high-quality imaging for dental assessments.
- Ensured optimal dental supply inventory by regularly assessing stock levels and facilitating timely orders for replenishment.
- Provided education on proper oral hygiene practices to support patients' overall dental wellness.
- Enhanced patient retention by fostering strong relationships through effective communication and a welcoming attitude.
Sales Associate/Cashier
Putterz
Ypsilanti, MI
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Ensure a family friendly safe environment; schedule, host and coordinate family party events i.e. birthday parties; strictly adhere to and implement OSHA regulations at all times
- Implement efficient and positive team-oriented dynamic in hopes to achieve high quality and consistent customer service
- Quick to improvise under stressful situations
- Create and maintain professional positive relationships with guests and regulars
Sales Associate/Cashier
Tuesday Morning
Ypsilanti, MI
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Provide excellent customer service
- Unboxing, sorting and stocking merchandise
- Knowledgeable in operating and navigating POS systems
- Maintain OSHA standards
- Maintain organization and cleanliness throughout store
- Optimize merchandise floor/store layout
Smoothie Maker/ Prep team
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Ann Arbor, MI
01.2018 - 01.2018
- Maintain thorough knowledge of regular/new menu items
- Strictly adhere to OSHA and EPA rules and regulations
- Maintain a positive and healthy lifestyle
- Ability to accommodate patrons with personal dietary restrictions/preferences
Hostess/Waitress
Tios Mexican Cafe
Ann Arbor, MI
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Greet and seat guests with clean menus
- Promote and boost new menu items
- Bus and set tables, assist coworkers, and tend to guests efficiently
- Maintain cleanliness of menus, hostess area, and dining area ensuring customers a pleasant dining experience
- Able to quickly improvise and problem solve under stressful situations
- Able to efficiently and effectively communicate with front and back of house team members to ensure smooth and steady work flow
- Operate POS terminals to input customer orders and sales transactions in a timely manner
Education
Diploma - undefined
Community High School
Ann Arbor, MI01-2014
Dental Assisting - undefined
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MICertificate - undefined
Huron Valley Beauty Academy
Ann Arbor, MI01-2014
Skills
- Patient oral care instruction
- Chairside assistance
- Infection control proficiency
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Sterilization techniques
- Pediatric dentistry
- Problem-solving capacity
- Dental terminology
- Band and Loop Fabrication
- Dental radiography certification
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
Became a Co-leader to Lead Dental Assistant. Became X-ray certified during my 3 years working at Ann Arbor Pediatric Dentistry as well as also learning how to efficiently work with special needs patients and fabricating space maintainers for young patients.
Certification
- Certificate of program completion: Cosmetology/Cosmetologist
- Certificate of program completion: Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Ann Arbor Pediatric Dentistry
08.2021 - 04.2024
Sales Associate/Cashier
Putterz
06.2019 - 09.2019
Sales Associate/Cashier
Tuesday Morning
04.2019 - 07.2019
Smoothie Maker/ Prep team
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
01.2018 - 01.2018
Hostess/Waitress
Tios Mexican Cafe
01.2015 - 01.2017
Diploma - undefined
Community High School
Dental Assisting - undefined
Washtenaw Community College
Certificate - undefined
Huron Valley Beauty Academy