Umaima Zakir
Villa Park,IL
Summary
Dedicated Behavioral Technician skilled in implementing individualized treatment plans and enhancing client development through behavior modification techniques. Committed to encouraging team collaboration and ensuring effective communication to achieve positive outcomes.
Positive and caring individual with solid foundation in dental health principles and patient care. Extensive knowledge of dental procedures and infection control protocols, coupled with proficiency in dental radiography and patient scheduling. Committed to enhancing patient experience and contributing to smooth and efficient dental practice.
Diligent Dental Assistant with comprehensive background in dental assisting. Successfully supported dental procedures and ensured patient comfort, contributing to improved practice efficiency. Demonstrated competence in sterilization techniques and patient record management, consistently maintaining high standards of care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Technician
Autism Care Therapy
Lombard, IL
10.2025 - Current
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to enhance client development and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess client progress and adjust treatment strategies effectively.
- Monitored behavioral changes, documenting observations to provide accurate feedback for program adjustments.
- Trained new staff on behavioral techniques and data collection procedures to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Conducted one-on-one sessions with clients, utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methods to promote skill acquisition.
- Facilitated communication between families and therapists, reinforcing treatment goals and progress updates effectively.
- Maintained accurate data collection on client progress, enabling effective analysis and modification of treatment plans as needed.
- Reduced problem behaviors by teaching clients appropriate coping strategies and replacement behaviors.
- Devised problem-solving methods such counseling, psychotherapy and homework assignments to improve clients' quality of life.
- Encouraged clients to develop work skills and participate in social, recreational and therapeutic activities to enhance interpersonal skills or develop social relationships.
- Mentored new Behavioral Technicians by providing feedback on their performance and sharing best practices from my own experiences.
- Used Theralytics to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Dental Assistant
Epic Dental Spa
Hoffman Estates, IL
02.2025 - Current
- Dealt with different cases in comparison to other Dental job.
- Assisted with more complex cases such as root canals and bone grafts.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
Front-Desk Receptionist
Dentures & Implants
Lisle, IL
05.2024 - Current
- Greeted and assisted patients, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for dental services.
- Managed appointment scheduling using electronic health record systems to optimize patient flow.
- Handled patient inquiries and provided information about denture and implant services effectively.
- Coordinated with dental staff to ensure seamless communication regarding patient needs and appointments.
- Maintained organized front desk operations, including filing patient records and processing payments efficiently.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Scheduled appointments accurately using reservation software, reducing conflicts or doublebookings.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive data to protect customer and business information.
- Collected Insurance payments, processed transactions and updated relevant records.
- Completed all tasks in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Dental Assistant
Dentures & Implants
Lisle, IL
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted dentists during procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Prepared and sterilized dental instruments and equipment efficiently.
- Managed patient records using practice management software for accuracy.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices.
- Trained new staff on procedures, protocols, and use of dental technologies.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- 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.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 6-8 procedures daily.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
Instructor
Joe's Dojo
Villa Park, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Mentored junior instructors to improve teaching methodologies and classroom management techniques.
- Taught Special Needs kids to defend themselves
- Facilitated workshops to promote advanced techniques and foster a collaborative learning environment
- Led the July 4th parade for karate to showcase skills
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL12.2026
Skills
- Errorless learning techniques
- Motor skills development
- Natural environment training
- Visual supports implementation
- Individualized treatment planning
- Social skills development
- Data collection and analysis
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Certified Behavioral Technician
- Languages: Urdu, English, and Arabic
- Worked on Alzheimer's Disease Research Project with Worms
- Co-Founder of Tamkeen Sports, a non-profit organization to create a comfortable environment for Muslim women to play sports
Certification
- BT Training - August- September
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Electronics and Circuit Building
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- DIY and Home Improvement
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Playing Sports
- Hiking
- Youth Development Programs
- Pilates
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Strategy Games
- Volunteering with youth sports programs as a chaperone
- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
- Gym Workouts
- Martial Arts
Timeline
Behavioral Technician
Autism Care Therapy
10.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant
Epic Dental Spa
02.2025 - Current
Front-Desk Receptionist
Dentures & Implants
05.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dentures & Implants
05.2024 - Current
Instructor
Joe's Dojo
08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Lewis University