Zoe Huang
Dental Care Club (DCC)
Millbrae,CA
2
years of professional experience
Motivated undergraduate student with experience in biological research, healthcare outreach, and community service, with a strong interest in dentistry and patient care. Experienced in laboratory techniques, dental shadowing, health education, leadership, and working with diverse communities through research labs, outreach programs, and student organizations. Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills developed through both clinical and leadership experiences.
Work History
Research Assistant
10 Months- Conduct research on small molecules that target damaged DNA at abasic sites.
- Perform MIC50 and Kirby–Bauer assays to test synthesized compounds on Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
- Prepare agar plates, bacterial cultures, and solution dilutions using sterile lab techniques.
- Use autoclaves and maintain standard laboratory equipment and safety procedures.
- Analyze and graph experimental data using GraphPad Prism.
- Synthesize simple DNA sequences using a DNA synthesizer.
- Purify and analyze DNA using PAGE gel electrophoresis, MALDI-TOF, and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
Public Relations Officer
10 Months- Designed flyers, posters, and social media content to promote club activities and events.
- Managed the club’s Instagram by creating event recap posts and officer introduction posts.
- Photographed club events and activities for promotional and social media use.
- Helped grow engagement for a newly established student organization during its first year.
- Assisted with event setup, room decoration, grocery shopping, and general event preparation.
- Collaborated with other club officers to support club operations and student activities.
Shadowing Student
11 Months- Shadowed general dentists to learn daily clinical operations and patient care procedures in a dental office setting.
- Observed common dental procedures, including teeth cleaning, fillings, extractions, dental scanning, and crown fitting.
- Learned the basic use and purpose of dental equipment and instruments used during patient treatment.
- Gained exposure to digital dental scanning and model-making procedures.
- Observed patient communication techniques for different age groups and treatment needs.
- Developed a general understanding of dental X-ray interpretation and sterilization procedures.
- Assisted with basic clinic organization and observed proper infection control and cleaning protocols.
Group Leader
1 Year 10 Months- Led outreach presentations at local elementary schools to teach children about dental health through interactive activities.
- Coordinated group member schedules and organized presentation dates, times, and transportation.
- Assigned presentation sections and ensured activities and presentations started on time.
- Communicated with elementary school teachers and staff to coordinate classroom setup and event logistics.
- Set up presentation equipment, including projectors and slides, and organized activity materials and seating arrangements.
- Helped explain dental health concepts to children in an engaging and age-appropriate way.
- Assisted with event cleanup and ensured team members returned safely after outreach events.
- Supported themed educational presentations based on popular children’s media to increase student engagement.
Medical Volunteer
- Volunteered in rural communities in Honduras to support sustainable medical clinics for patients with limited access to healthcare.
- Learned about the Global Brigades Holistic Model and clinic operations, including common medications and patient care procedures.
- Assisted licensed community health workers (CHWs) with pharmacy operations and medication distribution.
- Shadowed healthcare professionals, including dentists, during patient consultations and treatment.
- Supported triage activities by helping record patient information and monitor clinic flow.
- Led and assisted educational workshops for children on basic health and hygiene topics.
- Entered patient and medication data into the OpenMRS system to support clinic records and medication inventory management.
Club Member
1 Year 9 Months- Prepared and packaged dental care kits containing toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, handwritten cards, and club stickers.
- Distributed dental hygiene kits to unhoused individuals in the local community.
- Participated in community outreach activities promoting oral health education.
- Assisted with children’s educational activities, including teaching proper flossing techniques at local museum events.
- Collaborated with club members to support oral health awareness and community service projects.
Ambassador Volunteer
4 Months- Assisted first-time blood donors with registration and donation procedures.
- Helped donors feel comfortable and monitored their condition after blood donation.
- Observed donors during the required recovery period and reported any abnormal reactions to nursing staff.
- Managed donor flow by coordinating scheduled appointments and walk-in donors.
- Directed donors to waiting and recovery areas based on donation station availability.
- Maintained refreshment and snack stations for donors after donation.
- Watched over donors’ personal belongings during the donation process.
- Provided friendly customer service and support in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Club member
4 Months- Created a variety of handmade crafts, including pottery clay, crochet projects, shrink plastic designs, and decorated hair accessories.
- Developed fine motor skills, attention to detail, and hand coordination through hands-on crafting activities.
- Practiced patience, creativity, and precision while working on detailed art and design projects.
- Explored different artistic techniques and materials through interactive club projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Dental
- Regents' Scholarship Scholarship Recipient
- Tiger Excellence Award
- Undergraduate Research Assistant
- Public Relations Officer
- Group Leader
- Blood Donor Ambassador
- Medical Volunteer
Skills
Leadership & Team Coordination
Patient Interaction & Customer Service
Community Outreach & Health Education
Event Planning & Organization
Time Management & Multitasking
Social Media & Public Relations
Creative Design & Content Creation
Laboratory & Research Techniques
Data Analysis & Scientific Documentation
Cross-Cultural Communication
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Club member
UOP Stitch Club
01.2026 - 05.2026Read More
Research Assistant
Univeristy of the Pacific
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Public Relations Officer
Chinese Student Association (CSA)
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Shadowing Student
JT Dental Group
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
Medical Volunteer
Global Brigades
12.2024 - 12.2024Read More
Club Member
Dental Care Club (DCC)
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
Ambassador Volunteer
Red Cross
09.2024 - 01.2025Read More
Group Leader
Club SCOPE
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
University of The Pacific
Bachelor of Science from Pre-Dental
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