Evason Hornshaw
Gobbagombalin ,Australia
Summary
Motivated Dental Assistant experienced in providing patient-centered oral healthcare within private practice and public dental systems. Developed a deep understanding of the impact of dentistry on health and well-being, particularly in rural and disadvantaged communities. Committed to enhancing access to quality dental care through continued education and practical experience.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Shumack Dental
02.2026 - Current
- Assist dentists during general, restorative, surgical and implant procedures.
- Assist with complex surgical extractions and implant procedures.
- Independently take intraoral scans and dental impressions.
- Prepare treatment rooms and maintain strict infection prevention and sterilization protocols.
- Maintain accurate patient records and support efficient clinical workflow.
- Assisted in creating implant crowns that successfully restored functionality and appearance of patients' smiles
- Assisted in the fabrication of dental crowns for restorative procedures
- Fabricated occlusal splints for patients suffering from bruxism
- Created personalized mouthguards that provided effective protection for patients' teeth during sports activities
- Produced whitening trays that improved patient satisfaction with dental aesthetics
- Receive training in laboratory procedures including fabrication and design of:
Dental Assistant
NSW Health – Wagga Wagga Base Hospital Dental Department
04.2025 - Current
- Assist dentists and specialists in a busy public dental service.
- Assist oral surgeons, paediatric dental specialists and visiting clinicians.
- Assist on the NSW mobile dental clinic providing care to disadvantaged school communities.
- Participate in the Oral Health Lifelong Program, providing oral health assessments for palliative care patients across regional hospitals within the Murrumbidgee Local Health District.
- Work as a scrub nurse during dental procedures under general anaesthetic.
- Develop a strong understanding of the oral health challenges faced by rural and vulnerable populations.
- Balance public practice with private practice experience to broaden clinical knowledge.
Dental Assistant / Receptionist
Northmead Dental
Northmead
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Provided chairside assistance across general dental procedures.
- Maintained sterilization standards and clinical workflow.
- Assisted with patient management and front reception duties.
- Supported efficient operation of a busy private practice.
Dental Assistant / Receptionist
All Smiles Family Dental
Glenorie
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Chairside assistance during a wide range of dental procedures.
- Instrument preparation and surgery set-up.
- Performed sterilisation procedures to ensure infection control in dental settings.
- Patient reception, appointment scheduling and telephone enquiries.
- Clinical record management and patient support.
Education
Undergraduate Certificate - Health Studies
Charles Sturt University
Wagga Wagga, NSW01-2025
Bachelor of Nursing -
Australian Catholic University
North Sydney01-2025
Higher School Certificate -
Marian Catholic College
Kenthurst, NSW01-2023
Skills
- Chairside dental assisting
- Restorative and surgical assistance
- Surgery preparation
- Sterilization and instrument tracking
- Infection prevention and control
- Anesthetic theatre assistance
- Intraoral scanning
- Dental impressions
- Four-handed dentistry
- Dental radiography assistance
- CEREC workflow assistance
- Clinical photography and intraoral imaging
- Laboratory procedures
- Dental software management
- Appointment scheduling and reception duties
- Patient communication and education
- Strong teamwork and collaboration
- Time management and organization
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- First Aid and CPR certified
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
Volunteer Experience
Youth Leader, Local Church, Ongoing, Building positive relationships with young people., Leading small group discussions and activities., Supporting teamwork and inclusion., Acting as a positive role model., Communicating effectively with children, teenagers and families., This role has strengthened my leadership, communication, empathy and interpersonal skills—qualities that are directly transferable to patient-centred healthcare.
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Shumack Dental
02.2026 - Current
Dental Assistant
NSW Health – Wagga Wagga Base Hospital Dental Department
04.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant / Receptionist
Northmead Dental
11.2024 - 04.2025
Dental Assistant / Receptionist
All Smiles Family Dental
06.2024 - 04.2025
Undergraduate Certificate - Health Studies
Charles Sturt University
Bachelor of Nursing -
Australian Catholic University
Higher School Certificate -
Marian Catholic College