Sydney Withers: your dedicated dental assistant

Discover Sydney Withers, a highly adaptable dental assistant in Kingston, Ontario. My diverse experience ensures I seamlessly integrate into various roles, always prioritizing patient comfort and exceptional care. I am ready to bring my dedication to your dental practice.

Expertise in patient care and organization

I excel at transforming potentially chaotic situations into calm, organized environments, ensuring a smooth flow for both staff and patients. My ability to connect with individuals, coupled with a genuine smile, helps create a positive and reassuring experience for everyone in the dental office.

Volunteer - Bridges - Kingston - Kingston, Ontario

2024 - Current

  • Promote and provide one day of free haircuts each month
  • Help to ensure food health and safety regulations are met
  • Ensure incident reports, abuse statements, and outreach records are properly filled out 
  • Participate in de-escalating any conflicts or incidents that arise
  • Recognise when contacting emergency services is needed without hesitation
  • Work with the team to address the physical, social and spiritual needs of those we serve 

Barista/Cashier/Supervisor - Starbucks - Kingston, Ontario, & Calgary, Alberta

2019 - 2023

  • Created a welcoming environment for all who entered
  • Vigilantly ensured order accuracy, encouraging the use of Starbucks Customer Service techniques by all team members
  • Helped customers navigate the Starbucks app to its fullest extent
  • Trained new Employees and equipped them with all the resources available
  • Participated in improving Customer Connection Scores from 38 - 61 over one month and maintained high scores as a Supervisor
  • Managed breaks, service, inventory, sanitation, and cash handling tasks
  • Launched events and changes in coordination with the whole team
  • Conscientiously coached partners for optimum quality and cleanliness standards
  • Participated in leadership meetings to problem-solve and adapt strategies

 

Ready for any dental challenge

As a proactive dental assistant, I am enthusiastic about learning and applying new techniques across a broad spectrum of dental procedures. I am eager to join a team that values growth and collaboration, contributing my skills to support a wide variety of clinical needs.

Front of House Clerk/Bookkeeper - Big House Converters LTD - Calgary, Alberta 

2023 - 2024

  • Learned and maintained accurate records across QuickBooks Enterprise, QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Excel, GreenSpark, Business Watch International, and hard copy files
  • Promptly responded to telephone and email contact regarding purchase pricing and forwarded/transferred communication appropriately
  • Served vendors and ensured they were accurately compensated via Electronic Funds Transfer or Cheque
  • Maintained the Kitchen and Office space cleanliness
  • Reduced spending on office supplies and maintained supply availability

Hairstylist - Ascension Salon Spa - Calgary, Alberta

2014 -  2018

  • Enthusiastically welcomed guests into the Salon
  • Performed all reception tasks
  • Maintained an electronic database of stock and products
  • Trained new staff on computer systems and how to keep the schedules of each stylist optimal for guest service
  • Multitasked to keep guests satisfied, maintained the database of products and bookings, and ensured the salon was clean and welcoming
  • Tailored consultations to each guest to develop shared goals and expectations 
  • Served and built up clientele through precision, personality, and customised services
  • Attended additional education to adapt to industry advancements

Let's build a brighter future together

Interested in a dedicated and versatile dental assistant for your Kingston, Ontario practice? Explore my full professional journey and see how my commitment to excellence can benefit your team.

With more than 15 years of customer service excellence, creating a welcoming and collaborative environment for all from the moment they enter is my passion. Do you need someone adept at meeting practical and creative team goals with diligence, integrity, and strong attention to detail?