Dental Assistant Intern - Crystal Lake Dental | Family, Orthodontics & Implant Center - Leander, TX
(2026-06 - 2026-07)
- Prepared and set up treatment rooms prior to patient appointments, ensuring all instruments and materials were properly organized.
- Sterilized and disinfected dental instruments and equipment following strict infection-control protocols.
- Greeted patients warmly and helped create a comfortable, anxiety-free experience throughout their visit.
- Reviewed and accurately updated patient medical histories in preparation for dental procedures.
- Provided four-handed chairside assistance to the dentist — passing instruments, maintaining a clear operating field using suction and retraction.
- Captured periapical and panoramic (Pano) X-rays for diagnostic purposes, ensuring proper patient positioning and image quality.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene best practices and delivered clear post-treatment care instructions.
- Cleaned and disinfected treatment areas between patients to maintain a safe, sanitary clinical environment.
- Assisted with composite fillings and supported temporary crown fabrication and cementation procedures.
- Learned and utilized Open Dental software for patient scheduling, charting, and record management.
- Observed procedures across 5 dental specialty clinics: Periodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry & Implant Surgery, and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
Child and Youth Program Assistant - Fairchild Air Force Base CDC - Spokane, WA
(2023-01 - 2024-12)
- Supervised and instructed children in classroom settings; maintained required caregiver-to-child ratios.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for children with special needs.
- Served as Supervisor on Duty; led fire drills and managed facility opening/closing procedures.
Beauty Advisor - Lancôme (Retail) - United States
(2022-01 - 2023-12)
- Provided personalized skincare and cosmetics consultations; built strong customer relationships.
- Demonstrated product usage and recommended tailored solutions based on individual needs and budgets.
Lead Training Technician / Education Technician - U.S. Air Force Child Development Centers - Germany (Geilenkirchen, Ramstein, Kleber Kaserne)
(2017-01 - 2022-12)
- Led and mentored a team of childcare staff; trained 10+ employees in compliance, policy, and best practices.
- Conducted safety inspections, fire drills, and ensured regulatory compliance across the facility.
- Organized large-scale family involvement events and educational programs for enrolled children.
- Maintained detailed records; coordinated with administrative staff on ratios, parent communication, and scheduling.
Child and Youth Program Assistant - U.S. Air Force Child Development Centers - Misawa, Japan & Brunssum, Netherlands
(2011-01 - 2017-12)
- Cared for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children across multiple international military installations.
- Developed culturally enriching activity programs and organized family involvement events.
- Served meals with attention to allergies and medical dietary needs.
