Sophie Butcher
Airlie Beach ,QlD
Summary
As a dental nurse with 3 years of experience caring for patients through health care services, I have excellent communication and time management skills. I am a keen team worker and believe these strengths will be very transferrable. A very passionate and switched on lifeguard, with experience supervising water sports as well as a large range of swimmers from different backgrounds.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Dr Steven Helvig (Helvig Dental)
Proserpine , QLD
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted with Impant surgery as scout nurse and sterile nurse
- Worked in sterilisation
- Cleaned rooms according to infection control procedures
- Assisted and set up for procedures
Dental Assistant
Whitsunday family dental
Airlie Beach, QLD
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
Lifeguard
Airlie Beach Lagoon - LSA
Airlie Beach, QLD
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Conducted daily pool maintenance, including testing and adjusting chemical levels.
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
- Provided assistance to swimmers of varying skill levels.
- Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
Lifeguard
Daydream island
Daydream Island, QLD
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Watched over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
- Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
- Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques.
- Used training and medical supplies to examine injured people and administer first aid.
Activities Attendant
Daydream island resort
, QLD
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Displayed strong public speaking skills and communication abilities to facilitate highest quality kayak tours for guests.
- Briefed confident and non confident swimmers on snorkeling in open water. explained dangers, risks, boundaries and important knowledge on the great barrier reef.
- Communicated with other attendants from beach hut to beach while sending guests out on kayaks, SUPS and catamaran
- Hosted activities such as paint and sip
Receptionist/Dental Assistant
Darling Dental
Tamworth, NSW, 2340, NSW
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Verified, updated and entered patient information into system.
- Answered and managed incoming calls and emails.
- Took customer payments and billed insurance companies for remaining balance.
Dental Nurse
National Dental Care
Dubbo , NSW
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Documented dental treatments and services in patient charts.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene, disease prevention and postoperative care.
- Provided diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic images.
- Prepared patients for dental treatments with welcoming and comforting manner to reduce stress.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
Dental Nurse
Seascape Dental
The Entrance, NSW
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Documented dental treatments and services in patient charts.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene, disease prevention and postoperative care.
- Provided diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic images.
- Prepared patients for dental treatments with welcoming and comforting manner to reduce stress.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
Dental Nurse
Sale Street Dental Surgery
Orange , NSW
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Maintained clear field of operation to pass instruments and deliver suction.
Pharmacy Assistant
Advantage Pharmacy
Wellington, NSW
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Maintained pharmacy counter and related areas in clean, neat and organized fashion.
- Responded to telephone inquiries and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
- Helped pharmacy staff prepare medications and fill orders.
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Restocked shelves and prepared expired drugs for return.
- Performed filing, copying, faxing and other clerical tasks.
Pharmacy Assistant/Dispenser
Keirle’s Pharmacy
Wellington , NSW
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Maintained pharmacy counter and related areas in clean, neat and organized fashion.
- Responded to telephone inquiries and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
- Helped pharmacy staff prepare medications and fill orders.
- Restocked shelves and prepared expired drugs for return.
- Performed filing, copying, faxing and other clerical tasks.
- Delivered quality care to customers through close collaboration with pharmacist.
- Answered customer questions about prescribed and OTC medications.
- Flagged potential drug interactions and allergies to prescribed medications for patients with different health conditions.
- Supported pharmacist in preparing daily prescriptions.
Personal Care Assistant
Maranatha House
Wellington , NSW
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Directed patients in passive and active ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Developed patient care plans with doctors and registered nurses.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Education
Bachelor of Oral Health -
Central Queensland University
Rockhampton, QLD 10-2027
Certificate in Biology -
Tafe Queensland
Online 10-2024
Current Blue Card -
Blue Card Services Australia
08.2023
Lifeguard license
Royal Life Saving Australia
Orange, NSW04.2023
HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid
Tamworth First Aid
Tamworth, NSW03.2023
University Certificate in Workforce Essentials - School of Policing Studies
Charles Sturt University
12.2022
Barista Course
Tamworth Community College
Tamworth, NSW11.2022
Year 11 -
Dubbo College Senior Campus
Dubbo , NSW12.2019
Diploma in Travel And Tourism
Torrens University Australia
Brisbane, QLDSkills
- Dentistry
- Problem resolution
- Active listening
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Multitasking
- Computer skills
- Leadership
- Training
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Dr Steven Helvig (Helvig Dental)
07.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Whitsunday family dental
11.2023 - Current
Lifeguard
Airlie Beach Lagoon - LSA
09.2023 - 12.2024
Lifeguard
Daydream island
06.2023 - 01.2024
Activities Attendant
Daydream island resort
06.2023 - 11.2023
Receptionist/Dental Assistant
Darling Dental
02.2023 - 06.2023
Dental Nurse
National Dental Care
08.2022 - 02.2023
Dental Nurse
Seascape Dental
02.2022 - 08.2022
Dental Nurse
Sale Street Dental Surgery
10.2021 - 02.2022
Personal Care Assistant
Maranatha House
03.2020 - 08.2020
Pharmacy Assistant
Advantage Pharmacy
02.2020 - 10.2021
Pharmacy Assistant/Dispenser
Keirle’s Pharmacy
01.2020 - 10.2021
Current Blue Card -
Blue Card Services Australia
Lifeguard license
Royal Life Saving Australia
HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid
Tamworth First Aid
University Certificate in Workforce Essentials - School of Policing Studies
Charles Sturt University
Barista Course
Tamworth Community College
Year 11 -
Dubbo College Senior Campus
Diploma in Travel And Tourism
Torrens University Australia
Bachelor of Oral Health -
Central Queensland University
Certificate in Biology -
Tafe Queensland