Mariam Ali

Registered Dental Assistant with an active Washington State license and over three years of experience in clinical dentistry and community-based care. Skilled in chairside assisting, patient education, infection control, and dental software systems. Passionate about public health, preventive dentistry, and advancing into dental hygiene to serve underserved communities.

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) at Snoqualmie Ridge Family Dental (2022-07 – Present)

• Assist dentists during restorative, preventive, and surgical procedures
• Take and manage dental radiographs and clinical notes using Dentrix
• Maintain strict infection control and sterilization protocols
• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for all procedures
• Schedule patient appointments and manage front desk communication when needed
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care

Volunteer Dental Assistant at King County Dental Mobile Clinic (2023-06 – Present)

• Support dental providers in a mobile clinic serving underserved populations
• Prepare and sterilize instruments while maintaining OSHA standards
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, flossing techniques, and preventive care

Assistant Preschool Teacher at Explore Growth and Learning (2021-07 – 2021-12)

• Provided daily care including feeding, grooming, and supervision
• Supported children's social and emotional development

Key Holder at Papaya Clothing (2021-03 – 2021-06)

• Opened and closed the store and handled daily operations

Security Guard at Allied Universal (2021-01 – 2021-02)

Shoreline Community College - Dental Hygiene Program (June - Present). Class of 2028

Dental Assisting Program – Emerald School of Dental Assisting (2022 – 2023)

Associate of Arts (AA) – Highline College (2020-09 – 2022-06)

High School Diploma – Tyee High School (2018-04 – 2021-06)