Summer Smeltz
San Tan Valley
Summary
Dedicated dental intern with a focus on promoting patient satisfaction and effective communication. Proficient in sterilization techniques and chairside assistance, ready to contribute to a dynamic dental team. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Intern
Orthodontist Assistant
Gilbert
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported patient care by providing chairside assistance during procedures.
- Communicated with patients to address concerns and answer questions promptly.
- Maintained a clean work area throughout each shift.
- Observed proper sterilization techniques of all instruments used in the clinic.
- Assisted with the placement and removal of braces, arch wires, elastic bands and other appliances.
Trinity ENT
Receptionist and Medical Assistant
Gilbert
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Facilitated emergency appointment requests, prioritizing patient care needs.
- Managed scheduling and billing tasks related to patient care.
- Responded promptly to requests from physicians regarding patient care.
USA Gymnastics Coach
Rec Coach
Queen Creek
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Instructed athletes on proper techniques and safety practices.
- Evaluated athlete performance and provided constructive feedback.
- Maintained equipment and ensured safe training environments.
- Fostered teamwork and sportsmanship among athletes during practices.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss goals, objectives, achievements, and challenges faced by the gymnast.
Education
Trade Certificate - Dental Assistant
UEI College
Mesa, AZ05-2026
High School Diploma -
American Leadership Academy Ironwood
Queen Creek, AZ05-2023
Skills
- Chairside assistance
- Patient communication
- Sterilization techniques
- Maintaining infection controls
- Restorative dentistry
- Equipment maintenance
Affiliations
- While in high school I got the chance to be apart of the Varsity Cheer Team. I did cheer for about 8 years of my life. Cheer taught me how to be a leader, always be an example to everyone and to give my all even through the tough times.
Certification
Warrior Award: While being on the cheer team I received the Warrior Award. This award is recognized for someone who is an example all around. They show the RAiSE Values and is a leader to many people around them. Someone who follows the rules and shows excellence.
Timeline
Dental Intern
Orthodontist Assistant
07.2025 - 08.2025
Trinity ENT
Receptionist and Medical Assistant
03.2024 - 09.2024
USA Gymnastics Coach
Rec Coach
09.2021 - 03.2024
Trade Certificate - Dental Assistant
UEI College
High School Diploma -
American Leadership Academy Ironwood