Megan McElhaney
Florence
Summary
I aspire to attend the Tanner College of Dental Medicine to merge my passion for dentistry with my commitment to serving underserved communities. My goal is to refine my clinical skills in an environment that prioritizes outreach and advancing oral health in areas with limited access to care. I am eager to contribute to and learn from Pikeville’s community-driven initiatives, preparing to become a compassionate and skilled dental professional dedicated to making a lasting impact on local populations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Expanded Dental Assistant
Young Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
06.2024 - Current
- Placed composite for Class I to Class V restorations
- Sterilized instrumentation, delivered them to the treatment area, and positioned them to allow for easy access, suctioning, and passing
- Managed dental inventory, monitored stock, and ordered supplies
- Provided post-op instructions and explained the treatment, oral hygiene, and plaque control instructions
Volunteer
Cincy Smiles
02.2025 - Current
- Provided chairside assistance to dentists and dental assistants during procedures.
- Sterilized and prepared dental instruments and exam rooms in compliance with safety protocols.
- Assisted with inventory management of dental supplies and equipment.
- Contributed to improving access to dental care for low-income and uninsured individuals.
Expanded Dental Assistant
Dr. Bert Bathiany D.M.D Pediatric Dentistry
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Acted as the face of the dental office by welcoming 100+ weekly patients, comforting them, scheduling them, and answering any questions about dental care/ procedures
- Educated the pediatric population and their parents on proper oral hygiene
- Obtained radiographs of pediatric patients using dental radiographic equipment
- Assisted during routine dental cleaning and other dental procedures
Aquatics Director
British Swim School
05.2021 - 04.2024
- Specialized in special needs pediatric swim lessons
- Instructed swim lessons for children aged between three months - eighteen years
- Effectively communicated with all parents on their child's progression through our swim program
- Planned swim lessons around students' ability, focusing on areas of improvement
- Trained all new employees, and managed all employee scheduling
Various Childcare Roles
08.2018 - Current
- Managed the schedules of children, including the planning of engaging activities, and picking up from any events
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY05-2025
Associate - Science
Gateway Community and Technical College
Edgewood, KY05.2023
Associate - Art
Gateway Community and Technical College
Edgewood, KY05.2023
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Interdisciplinary Teamwork
- Medical Documentation
- Employee Preceptorship
- Pediatric Special Needs Education
- Employee Management and Scheduling
- Chairside assisting
- Dental software proficiency
Accomplishments
STEM Peer Mentorship at Northern Kentucky University 2024-2025
Northern Kentucky University Presidential Honor List 2024-2025
Gateway Community and Technical College Deans List 2021-2023
Certification
- Coronal Polishing (Prophy) Certificate
- Safe and Effective use of Radiation in Dental Practice (X-RAY) Certificate
- Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate
- CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified
Timeline
Volunteer
Cincy Smiles
02.2025 - Current
Expanded Dental Assistant
Young Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
06.2024 - Current
Expanded Dental Assistant
Dr. Bert Bathiany D.M.D Pediatric Dentistry
05.2022 - 06.2024
Aquatics Director
British Swim School
05.2021 - 04.2024
Various Childcare Roles
08.2018 - Current
Associate - Science
Gateway Community and Technical College
Associate - Art
Gateway Community and Technical College
- Coronal Polishing (Prophy) Certificate
- Safe and Effective use of Radiation in Dental Practice (X-RAY) Certificate
- Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate
- CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Northern Kentucky University
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