Saar Koek
Greens Creek
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Gympie Oral Health and Integrated School Dental Service
01.2008 - 11.2024
- Company Overview: Queensland Health
- Excelled in building rapport and understanding patient needs.
- Streamline administrative tasks and manage scheduling of patient appointments.
- Maintained strict confidentiality while recording information during dental examinations.
- Maintained efficient filing systems for organized record-keeping.
- Organized appointments to ensure seamless daily operations.
- Handled phone and email inquiries efficiently, ensuring top-notch customer service.
- Ensured a warm reception for visitors and patients, fostering a welcoming space.
- Demonstrated professionalism in managing incoming calls.
- Executed data entry tasks and updated client databases.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Singer Songwriter
Band Member
05.2003 - 05.2008
- Built a diverse repertoire of cover songs, catering to different audiences at various events and venues.
- Collaborated with fellow musicians to create harmonious arrangements for multiple projects.
- Honed vocal techniques through regular practice sessions and vocal coaching, improving overall performance quality.
- Provided mentorship to aspiring singer-songwriters through workshops and private lessons, sharing valuable industry knowledge and experience.
- Maximized performance opportunities by networking with venue managers and booking agents, leading to consistent gig bookings.
- Practiced singing exercises and studied with vocal coaches to develop voice and rehearse for upcoming roles.
Kitchen Hand
Silky Oak Tea Gardens
05.2003 - 05.2006
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Education
Certificate III - Dental Assisting
01.2009
Graduated Year 12 - undefined
Gympie State High School
01.2007
Skills
- Maintain Doctor/Patient confidentiality
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Appointment scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Infection control practises
- Office administration duties
- Complex Problem-solving
- Medical records management
- Emergency response preparedness
- Instrument sterilization techniques
- Patient scheduling
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient relations
- Treatment room breakdown
- Patient education
- Sanitation protocols
- Electronic charting
- Patient services
- First aid training
- Patient care coordination
- Clinical support
- Data confidentiality measures
- Patient record maintenance
- Patient data gathering
- Office management
- Team collaboration abilities
- Infection control procedures
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Patient schedule management
- Patient records gathering
- Stress management techniques
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Disinfection and sterilization
Work Type
Part TimeFull TimeTimeline
Dental Assistant
Gympie Oral Health and Integrated School Dental Service
01.2008 - 11.2024
Singer Songwriter
Band Member
05.2003 - 05.2008
Kitchen Hand
Silky Oak Tea Gardens
05.2003 - 05.2006
Certificate III - Dental Assisting
Graduated Year 12 - undefined
Gympie State High School
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