Student Dentist Provider - University of Florida College of Dentistry - Gainesville, FL
(2024-01 - 2026-05)
- Provided full-scope general dentistry, including periodontal treatment, crowns, bridges, complete and partial dentures, anterior and premolar root canal treatments, esthetic restorations, and both simple and surgical extractions, including alveoloplasties
- Managed an average of 30+ active patients, completing most treatments within 3-6 months through efficient scheduling and case sequencing
- Developed patient-centered treatment plans with an emphasis on clear communication and patient education
- Delivered quadrant dentistry and multi-procedure appointments to maximize efficiency and patient compliance
- Completed clinical requirements ahead of schedule demonstrating excellent time management and productivity
- Volunteered as a dental provider at the FreeD.O.M. Clinics (Ocala, FL), providing essential dental care to underserved communities
Externship Rotations Provider - Apoka CHC, ACORN clinic, Winter Garden CHC
(2025-06 - 2026-03)
- Provided care in a fast-paced clinical environment, focusing on emergency treatment and restorative procedures
- Adapted to a diverse patient population, strengthening clinical efficiency and communication skills
Dental Outreach Provider - Dental Outreach - Dominican Republic
(2025-08 - 2025-08)
Led dental outreach efforts during a mission trip to the Dominican Republic, performing emergency dental care while coordinating clinical workstations and peer-to-peer collaboration.
- Improved clinic efficiency through streamlined sterilization and patient intake processes, while providing bilingual patient advocacy and ensuring clear communication of surgical procedures and follow-up care
Lead Teaching Assistant - University of Central Florida
(2020-01 - 2020-12)
- Supervised a team of tutors and graders for 200+ students, ensuring consistency and clear communication across the group
- Simplified difficult scientific concepts through analogies and mnemonics, a skill I use to explain clinical procedures to patients
- Managed lab-based instruction on instrumentation and research methods, reinforcing the scientific detail needed for clinical precision
- Developed strong interpersonal skills by hosting open tutoring sessions, learning to listen closely to students' needs to provide accurate answers
Laboratory Aid - Valencia College
(2016-09 - 2019-12)
- Sharpened hand skills and clinical precision through daily tasks like test tube inoculations and agar plate streaking
- Mentored new employees and interns, ensuring they were comfortable with lab protocols and equipment
- Designed a system for calculating inoculation requirements
- Managed equipment and materials for Anatomy and Microbiology labs, reinforcing the science behind dental care
Referral Coordinator - Pediatric Care Group, P.A.
(2012-10 - 2016-09)
- Managed high patient volume in a fast-paced setting, ensuring a smooth experience from check-in to discharge
- Gained experience communicating with specialists and insurance providers to manage records and authorizations
- Handled insurance verification, billing, and payment collection to keep office finances organized
- Obtained certification in spirometry to assist medical staff and improve patient flow
Office Clerk - R.G. Dental
(2012-05 - 2012-09)
- Managed the front desk, scheduling, and billing to gain a full understanding of how a dental office operates
- Built rapport with patients during check-in and check-out to ensure a positive office experience
- Gained hands-on experience with dental insurance, billing processes, and scheduling software
- Progressed from shadowing to a staff role, bridging the gap between clinical observation and administrative management
