Tasnim Ali

Dental assisting and clinical support professional with experience in chairside assisting, instrument preparation and sterilization, treatment-room setup, infection-control practices, patient service, scheduling, and administrative support. B.S. in Global Health with additional dental assisting training and experience in dental clinic, pediatric dental, community clinic, and international outreach settings. Dependable, detail-oriented, bilingual in Arabic and English, and comfortable working collaboratively with clinical teams, students, patients, and the public.

Front Desk Assistant & Dental Assistant (as needed) - AZ Dental Club - Phoenix, AZ

(2025-06 - 2025-07)

• Greeted and checked in patients, scheduled appointments, managed insurance verification, and responded to phone and email inquiries.
• Assisted chairside during procedures and prepared instruments and treatment areas.
• Performed sterilization support and helped maintain PPE and infection-control standards.
• Collaborated with the dental team to keep clinical operations organized and provide a welcoming patient experience.

Volunteer / Clinic Support - Sahara Free Dental Clinic (formerly Rice Clinic)

(2024-01)

• Support free dental clinics serving underserved communities and assist with clinic organization and volunteer coordination.
• Help with clinic setup and workflow while communicating with dental providers, volunteers, and patients.

Pediatric Dental Shadowing / Clinical Experience - Little Smiles of Surprise

(2024-01)

• Observed pediatric dental care and clinical workflow, strengthening familiarity with dental procedures, patient communication, and operatory practices.

Clinical Support - Global Dental Brigade - Guatemala

(2025-05 - 2025-05)

• Assisted with triage, sterilization, and patient education in underserved communities.
• Supported dental care delivery, clinical organization, and community health outreach.

Dental Internship - Surprise Modern Dentistry

(2023-01 - 2023-12)

Completed dental internship experience in a clinical practice environment.

Front Desk & Lab Assistant - Glendale Community College - Glendale, AZ

(2022-10 - 2022-12)

• Provided assistance to students and professors, answered questions and telephone calls, and supported reception operations.
• Completed copying, scanning, and general administrative tasks in an academic environment.

Caregiver - Arizona Training and Evaluation Center - Phoenix, AZ

(2025-01)

• Provide direct care while maintaining safety, accurate medication responsibilities, professionalism, and respectful communication.
• Build rapport with clients and work independently and collaboratively in a service-oriented environment.

Research Intern - Culture, Health & Environment Lab, Arizona State University

(2024-08 - 2025-05)

• Conducted transcription, coding, data organization, and quality-focused research tasks using MAXQDA.
• Collaborated with faculty and peers and maintained attention to accuracy and detailed procedures.

Bachelor of Science - Global Health - Arizona State University (2023-08 - 2025-05)

Associate in Science, Biological Sciences; Associate in Arts - Biological Sciences; Arts - Glendale Community College (2019-08 - 2023-05)

Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting - Unity Dental Assisting (2023-09 - 2023-09)