Dental Assistant Arabic

Macy Agah

* ***** · Irvine, California · *****

818-***-**** · *********@*****.***

A hardworking, highly experienced, and committed international dental professional passionate about seeking further clinical training to build on expertise at the Advanced Standing level. Maintain the ultimate goal of providing superior patient care while building a United States-based career.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

●Nearly two decades of experience across general and advanced dentistry

●A demonstrated track record of leadership, management, and supervisory as a practice owner

●Expanded leadership skills across health administration and management through further education

●Skilled with a wide range of dental work including prosthodontic and cosmetic work

●Highly adept in key matters such as pain management, preventive oral hygiene, and more

●Ability to ensure the comfort of patients of different ages, cultures, other demographics

●In-depth understanding of North American health and safety matters as they relate to healthcare

●Very well-versed on modern dental technology such as x-rays, radiography, and office software

●Extensive track record of continuing education and professional development efforts

●Fluent in Persian, English, Arabic

FORMAL EDUCATION

University of Phoenix Phoenix, Arizona

Master of Health Administration (expected) December 2023

●Concentration: healthcare management

Shahid Beheshti University of Medicine and Health Service Iran

Doctor of Dental Surgery 1994

EXAMINATIONS

National Board Dental Examination, Part II (PASS) 2021

National Board Dental Examination, Part I (PASS) 2020

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE (UNITED STATES)

Elegant Dentistry Marina Del Ray, California

Dental Assistant September 2020-Present

●Served as a dental assistant to undertake a wide range of patient cases; adapted accordingly to ensure each and every patient had a seamless experience while supporting dentists chairside

●Put forth knowledge on patient management, communication, and clinical management to contribute to efficient office processes

●Handled a range of important work that included sterilization, patient filing, safety matters, and operation of technology as permitted

●Educated patients effectively on important concepts such as proactive dental care, plaque control, disease prevention, brushing, flossing, and overall oral hygiene

●Communicated proactively during discussions about cases and patient-specific profiles

●Advised patients on pre-procedural and post-procedural matters to ensure their awareness

●Observed dental work meticulously to form an understanding on a wide array of clinical, patient, technological, regulatory, health and administrative matters in a United States clinic

Cyrus Dental, LLC Newark, New Jersey

Dental Assistant 2018-2019

●Worked as a dental assistant for a United States licensed dentist; arranged materials, instruments, and set up trays carefully and specific to each procedure

●Advanced personal knowledge about diverse dental cases, patient-focused matters, treatment approaches, dental materials, technology, and equipment specific to American dental practice

●Formed and developed strong relationships with patients to ensure their comfort and knowledge while providing vital oral hygiene and oral health information to the community

●Assisted with key clinic tasks specific to administration such as cleaning work areas, sterilizing instruments, handling matters related to appointments, inputting patient information, monitoring supplies, and related necessities

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE (INTERNATIONAL)

HMC Dental Office Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dentist & Practice Owner September 2003-December 2018

●Served as a dentist and owner of the clinic while accumulating 15+ years of experience in this regard while treating an immense number of patients from children to adults

●Performed varied dental procedures including oral surgeries such as extractions, implant work, orthodontic work, restorative work, fixed and removable prosthesis, esthetic enhancements and teeth whitening, treatment for malocclusion and endodontic work

●Planned, organized, implemented, and controlled key aspects of the clinic including operations, marketing, patient care, and general management

●Screened, hired, and mentored employees and support staff while instilling core values as the owner; ensured any work-related issues were resolved quickly

●Leveraged key technology and assets such as laser treatments for gum disease

●Educated and counseled patients on a wide variety of oral health matters such as their upcoming dental work, foods that affect oral health, brushing, flossing, and the causes of dental problems

Ramyar Dental Polyclinic Tehran, Iran

Dentist April 1998-March 2002

●Gained highly valuable experience as an international dentist while treating a wide range of patients; participated in an immeasurable number of procedures and patient interactions

●Conducted oral evaluations, treatment planning, and carried out high quality dental work that included fillings, sealants, application of anesthetics, and prescribing of medication

●Ensured a highly customized, well-tailored approach for each patient based on his or her needs, concerns, and conditions; addressed any patient concerns promptly and effectively

●Carried out comprehensive evaluations and arrived at accurate diagnoses through X-rays, hands-on examinations, assessment of patient histories, and related analysis

●Oversaw a wide range of managerial tasks including guiding support staff, confirming proper scheduling, and overseeing all health and safety requirements of the clinic

Bahonar Hospital Tehran, Iran

Dentist 2000-2002

●Served a dentist in a high pressure, time sensitive hospital environment requiring on-call shifts up to 27 hours

●Gained extremely valuable insight specific to urgent needs and emergency care while expanding upon perspectives from previous experience and furthering existing knowledge

●Examined and treated pediatric and adult with urgent general to complex oral health issues

●Performed careful dental work with exceptional planning at all times which included crowns, bridges, dentures, oral surgery, bone grafting and endodontic treatments

●Offered emotional support to patients with serious oral conditions and in need of advanced dental procedures to decrease anxiety and further patient well-being

●Monitored patients before, during, and after procedures to ensure their comfort at all times

Orthodontics Office of Dr. Mohaamed Farahani Tehran, Iran

Dental Surgeon April 1995-March 1998

●Evaluated, diagnosed, analyzed, and treated patients consisting of many different dental and orthodontic conditions related to the teeth, gums, tissues, and overall oral cavity

●Provided a range of procedures that included sleep apnea treatments, cavity removal, crowns, root canals, and more

●Monitored the growth and development of patient teeth, jaws, and related structural matters

●Advised patients on their treatment needs, pre-procedure preparation, and post-procedure remedies such as at-home recovery and pain relief

●Facilitated effective communication and collaboration among staff members to ensure accurate planning, effective treatments, and maximized patient satisfaction

●Managed fundamental actions related to the administration of the clinic to ensure effectiveness and efficiency at all times

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Loma Linda University Loma Linda California

MICU April 2022-Present

●Developed a widespread knowledge of various clinical scenarios and general healthcare approaches at a leading healthcare institution: Loma Linda University’s hospital

●Delivered exemplary patient communication to those in severe situations and in need of compassion

●Carried out core tasks essential to hospital operations and patient care including, but not limited to dietary tray distribution, nutrition, ambulation companion, escorting patients, stocking inventory, and clerical duties as assigned

●Served as a liaison between patients, their families, charge nurses, and others to ensure seamless communication, care, and overall operations

●Furthered healthcare knowledge through a combination of hands-on training, patient-focused scenarios, observation of leadership, and case discussions

●Formed wide-ranging proficiency on the use of various healthcare equipment, materials, and technology on a United States specific basis

Oral Disability Rescue Orange County, California

Senior Home Facilities April 2022-Present

●Served as a Team Leader for Dr. Charles Zahedi’s volunteer initiative meant to expand access to dental care

●Relied upon leadership ability to train entire staff on how to assess oral conditions of residents in order for them to be admitted

●Helped expand accessibility of care for populations that included the elderly in nursing facilities

●Ensured compliance with federal regulations, safety matters, and related to prevent neglected care

●Assisted with specialized tasks as needed

CERTIFICATIONS

Advanced Endodontics Symposium, University of Southern California 2022

Hermon Ostrow School of Dentistry

The Value of Whitening, Phillips Oral Care 2022

Multi System Implant Training, Dubai Health Authority April 2010-April 2011

Multi-System Implant, Newark, New Jersey June 2011-September 2011

Certificate of Dental Facial Cosmetics, Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2011

Glam Smile, Hands-On Training, Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2010

Laser in Dentistry, Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2010

Certificate of International Academy for Laser, Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2010

Dental Face Cosmetics, Dubai Health Authority 2012

LICENSES (NON-UNITED STATES)

Dental License, Iran

Dental License, Dubai

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