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Caitlin Ruby

Leominster

Summary

Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting, and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Class One Orthodontics
07.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in patient examinations, ensuring comfort and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Prepared treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies for efficient workflow.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices, enhancing their understanding of dental care.
  • Managed sterilization processes for dental tools, maintaining compliance with health regulations.
  • Experienced in 4 handed dentistry, Invisalign delivery, Bonding, placing bands, interj scans, impressions, x- rays, photos
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.

Dental Assistant

A Mothers Touch Pediatrics
05.2023 - 07.2025
  • Recorded patient information accurately in electronic health records for seamless communication.
  • Supported orthodontists during procedures, anticipating needs and providing timely assistance (gained some orthodontic skill), placing brackets. Impressions, x-rays, photos
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • assisted dentists on chairside procedures (fillings, crowns, extractions, sealants)


Shift Leader

Dunkin' Donuts
10.2019 - 05.2023
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring consistent service quality and adherence to company standards.
  • Trained new team members on customer service protocols and operational procedures.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering positive relationships and brand loyalty.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.

Operations

Dicks Sporting Goods
05.2022 - 01.2023
  • required to know how to safely move freight around the store with a pallet jack (manual)
  • required to unbox all clothing before end of shift
  • unloaded truck and placed inventory to it's designated locations of the store
  • Used an ear piece to speak to other parts of the store in case help was needed



Sales Associate

Michaels
10.2021 - 01.2022

*SEASONAL POSITION*

  • Assisted customers with product selection and provided tailored recommendations based on individual needs.
  • Maintained organized merchandise displays to enhance shopping experience and increase product visibility.
  • Processed transactions efficiently, ensuring accurate handling of cash and electronic payments.
  • required to do returns according to store policy and BOPIS (buy online pick up in store)

Education

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA
05-2028

Associate of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Allied Health Cert.

Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA
05-2025

Associate of Science - Dental Assistant Cert.

Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA
05-2023

Skills

  • Dental radiography
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Treatment room setup
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Team collaboration
  • Cross-training capabilities
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Oral hygiene education
  • 4 handed dentistry

Accomplishments

  • Registered Dental Assistant
  • Dental Radiology Cert.
  • BLS infant/ AED CPR Cert.

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Class One Orthodontics
07.2025 - Current

Dental Assistant

A Mothers Touch Pediatrics
05.2023 - 07.2025

Operations

Dicks Sporting Goods
05.2022 - 01.2023

Sales Associate

Michaels
10.2021 - 01.2022

Shift Leader

Dunkin' Donuts
10.2019 - 05.2023

Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene

Mount Wachusett Community College

Associate of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Allied Health Cert.

Mount Wachusett Community College

Associate of Science - Dental Assistant Cert.

Mount Wachusett Community College
Caitlin Ruby