Dental Assistant Well Being

Mena Attia

1-347-***-**** • ****.*******@*****.***

Staten Island, New York, 10303

Education:

University at Buffalo School of Pharmacy, Buffalo, NY August 2021 June 2022

● Doctor of Pharmacy Program

College of Staten Island, Staten Island, NY August 2018 August 2021

● Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Awards and Certificates: The Humanities Honors, ASAP Honors Committee, The National Society of Collegiate Scholars.

Organizations: College of Staten Island Pre-Med Society, College of Staten Island Pre- Dental Society.

Work Experience:

Dental Assistant August 2022 – Present

Marine Dental, Staten Island, NY

● Completing 3D CBCT scans, intraoral, panoramic, and cephalometric x-rays, sanitize equipment, set up trays, take impressions, and create mouthguards and bleaching trays.

● Assisting general dentists with dental treatments such extractions, operations relating to implants, and partial and denture try-ins, preparations for crowns and bridges, prophylaxis, whitening, and root canals.

● Effectively using iTero scanner, to capture digital impressions of patients' teeth, as well as review and retake images as needed to ensure comprehensive and accurate scans.

● Maintain accurate dental records and documentation, manage instruments and equipment, and patient education and support.

● Assisting orthodontist with bracket placement, bonding, alignment adjustments, and wire changing.

Dental Shadowing

Related Dental Experience June 2022 – August 2022

Smile With Style Dental Care, Jersey City, NJ

● Shadowed dental care with Dr. Youssef, DDS. For 30 hours per week.

● Observed treatments: fillings, repairs, root canals, dental crowns, bridges, extractions, and teeth whitening.

● Attended dental society and treatment team meetings to ensure evidence-based treatment. Other Work Experience:

Construction Assistant July 2006 – Present

Family Business, Staten Island, NY

● Ensuring a safe working environment through site preparation, demolition and foundation work.

● Contributing to completion of construction projects by assisting with tasks such as painting, drywall installation, and flooring.

● Prioritizing safe and clean working conditions by supporting the construction team in maintaining a productive work environment.

Home Care. April 2020 – July 2021

Arvut HomeCare, Staten Island, NY

● Assisted with activities of daily life such as bathing, dressing, and grooming to ensure the individual’s personal hygiene and well-being.

● Supported medication management and administration to ensure accurate and timely intake. Pharmacy Intern March 2022 – June 2022

Mercy Hospital (Inpatient), Buffalo, NY

● Managed medication dispensing and distribution, medication reconciliation, medication monitoring, and assisting with pharmacy operations.

● Assisted with IV solution preparation.

Volunteer Experience:

American Red Cross at the College of Staten Island March 2019 June 2021

● Planned and organized a fundraising event to benefit organization Autism Speaks

● Collaborated with hospitals to ensure event success. Sunday School Teacher

Our Lady of Zeitoun Church, Staten Island, NY September 2019 Present

● Serving a diverse population ranging from young children to homeless adults.

● Supporting members of the community through challenging life experiences. Skills and Professional Development:

Computer Skills – Microsoft Operating Systems, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs.

Fluent in - English, Arabic, and Coptic.

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