Joshua Tapia
Pre-Dental Student
Plainfield
Summary
I am a pre-dental student at UIC who commutes to campus and is eager to deepen my involvement in the dental field. I have completed over 20 hours of shadowing with general dentists, pediatric dentists, and oral and maxillofacial surgeons. I am seeking a dental assistant position and am available to work part-time during the school year, with full availability every day throughout the summer and school breaks. My availability during school includes Tuesdays, Thursdays, and weekends.
Overview
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Shadowing
Various Dentists
05.2025 - Current
- Completed 20+ hours shadowing general dentists, pediatric dentists, and oral/maxillofacial surgeons
- Observed a range of procedures including cleanings, fillings, pediatric dental care, and surgical interventions
- Gained exposure to patient communication, infection control protocols, and clinical workflow in diverse dental settings
Crew Member
Chiptole
02.2025 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL 05.2001 -
Skills
- Basic proficiency with Dentrix dental practice management software
- Patient communication and customer service
- Knowledge of dental office procedures and terminology
- Time management and organizational skills
- HIPAA awareness and patient confidentiality
- Ability to multitask in fast-paced environments
- Friendly, positive attitude
Certification
CPR & BLS
Timeline
CPR & BLS
06-2025
Dental Shadowing
Various Dentists
05.2025 - Current
Crew Member
Chiptole
02.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Illinois At Chicago
05.2001 -
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