Maggie Nichol
Dunedin
Summary
As part of my career path, I am seeking a full-time position that will allow me to utilize my interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills in order to address professional challenges. As a result of completing my full driver's license along with a defensive driving course, as well as owning a reliable vehicle, I am an independent driver. My ambition in the future is to earn my degree in Dental Technology at The University of Otago.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Project Dental
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Provided excellent customer service by promptly addressing patient inquiries via phone, email, or in-person interactions.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently managing appointment scheduling and confirmations.
- Reduced wait times by quickly greeting patients upon arrival and assisting with the check-in process.
Team Member
KFC
01.2022 - 02.2024
- I am enthusiastic with an eager to please attitude so I was able to work in a busy, fast- paced environment and develop good communication skills
- Wiped counters and sanitized equipment to maintain clean food prep and dining areas.
- I provide a great customer experience to all customers
- Followed food safety procedures outlined in company policies and health and sanitation regulations to prevent food borne illness.
- Performed food preparation responsibilities to meet franchise standards for quantities, speed and packaging.
- Restocked workstations with supplies and food display cases with fresh selections to decrease customer waiting during busy periods.
Dental Assistant
COOPER AND HUNT DENTAL CARE
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, Orthodontic procedures and oral surgery.
- Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels in each room.
Student
SILVER BIRCHES DENTAL SURGERY
08.2020 - 10.2020
- 10 weeks - Gateway work placement
- Assisting the dental team with general routine jobs as required
- Observation of general dental practice
- During my time in this environment it clarified my career path
- Protected patients from infectious diseases by using proper masking, gloves and safety glasses.
Sales Assistant
FARMLANDS
12.2019 - 10.2021
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via phone.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Used consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings.
- Fielded customer questions to share information about products, availability and pricing.
Co-cleaner
WAIMATE CHILDCARE
01.2015 - 12.2021
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Spot-cleaned stains and repaired scuffs or dings to maintain furniture and walls.
- Handled equipment, chemicals and materials properly and with caution.
- Emptied rubbish and disposed of correctly to stop contamination.
- Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
Education
Cerificate - Dental First Aid
EMCARE
02-2025
High School Diploma -
Waimate High School
Waimate, NZ11.2021
Certificate -
Southern Institute of Technology
Invercargill, NZ05.2021
Certificate -
Southern Institute of Technology
Invercargill, NZ07.2021
Certificate -
Southern Institute of Technology
Invercargill, NZ08.2021
Certificate -
Southern Institute of Technology
Invercargill, NZ06.2020
Skills
- Phone Etiquette
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Engagement
- POS Systems
- Health and Safety Standards
- Reliable Team Worker
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Organization and Time Management
References
Dr Gloria Liu
mobile number: 021 723 636
Brooke Todd
mobile number 027 321 5638
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Project Dental
02.2024 - 06.2025
Team Member
KFC
01.2022 - 02.2024
Dental Assistant
COOPER AND HUNT DENTAL CARE
10.2021 - 01.2022
Student
SILVER BIRCHES DENTAL SURGERY
08.2020 - 10.2020
Sales Assistant
FARMLANDS
12.2019 - 10.2021
Co-cleaner
WAIMATE CHILDCARE
01.2015 - 12.2021
Cerificate - Dental First Aid
EMCARE
High School Diploma -
Waimate High School
Certificate -
Southern Institute of Technology
Certificate -
Southern Institute of Technology
Certificate -
Southern Institute of Technology
Certificate -
Southern Institute of Technology
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