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Shanis Ocampo
Darwin,NT
Summary
An empathetic and motivated dental professional with a strong clinical proficiency in general dentistry. Dedicated to delivering tailored, patient-centred care that ensures a positive and comfortable dental experience for patients of all ages and background. A genuine passion for ongoing professional development and providing high-quality, evidence-based treatment. Seeking to be a part of a supportive and team-orientated practice, like National Dental Care - Palmerston.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Year Dental Student - Clinical Rotation 2
Kirwan Oral Health Service
07.2025 - Current
- Manage 7-10 patients daily from diverse backgrounds
- Use ISOH dental software
- Frequently collaborate with the onsite prosthetist
- Manage emergency appointments
- Observe General Anaesthesia (GA) and prosthodontists to improve clinical skills
- Manage patients with complex medical conditions
- Provide a range of dental treatments such as restorative dentistry, endodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery
5th Year Dental Student - Clinical Rotation 1
Casuarina Oral Health Services
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Provided comprehensive dental treatment for the Northern Territory's diverse population, specifically the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations
- Managed 5-6 patients daily
- Independently took Orthopantomograms (OPGs)
- Treated patients at the Darwin Correctional Centre
- Travelled remotely to Gunbalanya, to provide a week of dental treatment
- Observed specialists such as Orthodontists, Prosthodontists, and Oral Health Therapists
- Frequently collaborated with the onsite prosthetist
3rd and 4th Year Dental Student
JCU Dental Clinic
01.2023 - 11.2024
- Managed 1 patient every afternoon (3rd year) and 1-2 patients every morning (4th year), with lectures or simulation clinic before or after
- Completed a range of dental procedures for the Cairns population, particularly the elderly population
- Assisted the Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon
- Took a one day course on how to take Orthopantomograms (OPG)
Education
Bachelor of Dental Surgery -
James Cook University
QLD12-2025
High School -
Darwin High School
Darwin, NT11-2020
Skills
- Confident in taking intra-oral periapical, bitewings, and OPGs
- Confident in using intra-oral scanners
- Proficient in providing culturally sensitive care
- Good problem-solver
- Highly skilled in working in collaborative environments
- Ability to accept constructive criticism
- Great attention to detail
- Effective communication with patients
- Certified in CPR and First Aid
Affiliations
- Member of the Australian Dental Association (ADA) since March 2021
- Medical Indemnity Protection Society (MIPS) since March 2021
- Dental Protection Australia - March 2021-June 2027
- Attended a CPD event by Darwin Orthodontics, Dr Yann Taddei, 'Everything you wanted to know about Orthodontics, but were afraid to ask...', March 27, 2025
Interests
Referees
Dr. Crystal Lenegan-Dry
Senior Dentist / Supervisor
Casuarina Oral Health Services
9 Scaturchio St, Casuarina NT 0810
Phone: 0457422487
Email: crystal.lenegan@nt.gov.au
Dr. Nicholas Hiku
Senior Dentist / Supervisor
Kirwan Oral Health Service
138 Thuringowa Dr, Kirwan QLD 4817
Phone: 0450794687
Email: nicholas.hiku@health.qld.gov.au
Timeline
5th Year Dental Student - Clinical Rotation 2
Kirwan Oral Health Service
07.2025 - Current
5th Year Dental Student - Clinical Rotation 1
Casuarina Oral Health Services
02.2025 - 06.2025
3rd and 4th Year Dental Student
JCU Dental Clinic
01.2023 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Dental Surgery -
James Cook University
High School -
Darwin High School
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