Ashley Pittman
York
Summary
Former customer service professional transitioning to dental assisting with a strong foundation in customer service, communication, and attention to detail. Recently completed Dental Assistant certification program and eager to apply newly acquired clinical skills in a professional dental setting.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant Student Intern
The Dental Assisting Preparatory Academy
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Assisted with patient care procedures, ensuring comfort and safety during dental treatments.
- Prepared examination rooms by sterilizing tools and organizing materials for efficient workflows.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions to enhance compliance.
- Assisted in the successful completion of complex dental procedures by anticipating dentist''s needs and promptly providing necessary tools.
- Supported dentists in various procedures, increasing efficiency through effective instrument handling and preparation.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting treatment plans and follow-up care to ensure continuity of service.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for multiple procedures daily.
- Developed strong communication skills by interacting with diverse patient populations, fostering a welcoming environment.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Package Machine Operator (PMO)
Campbell Snacks
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Check products for accuracy and quality deficiencies.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Unload finished products from machines onto conveyors or other transport systems.
- Operate robotic arms within a manufacturing environment.
- Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
- Started up and shut downs.
- Monitored process units and quality control testing.
- Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
Office Assistant
Triple ZZZ Tile and Marble
06.2016 - 11.2021
- Managed scheduling for office appointments, ensuring efficient use of resources and staff availability.
- Processed incoming and outgoing correspondence, maintaining organized records for easy retrieval and reference.
- Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing professional and courteous front desk support.
- Facilitated smooth workflow by efficiently handling multiple administrative tasks simultaneously, prioritizing according to urgency and importance.
Education
Certificate - Dental Assisting
The Dental Assisting Preparatory Academy
Charlotte, NC04-2025
High School Diploma -
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC05.2010
Skills
- Multitasking capacity
- Critical thinking
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Time management capabilities
- Patient care excellence
- Dental procedure assistance
- Customer service skills
- Treatment room breakdown
- X-ray development
- Chair-side support
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Computer proficient
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- NOMAD Pro 2 X-ray Certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant Student Intern
The Dental Assisting Preparatory Academy
01.2025 - 04.2025
Package Machine Operator (PMO)
Campbell Snacks
01.2023 - 01.2025
Office Assistant
Triple ZZZ Tile and Marble
06.2016 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Central Piedmont Community College
Certificate - Dental Assisting
The Dental Assisting Preparatory Academy
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