Shifa Saghir
Birmingham
Summary
I’m a dedicated and self-motivated dental student entering my third year at the University of Birmingham. Over the past two years, I’ve developed a solid foundation in clinical skills by assisting on student clinics and seeing my own patients. These hands-on experiences have strengthened my communication, teamwork, and organisational abilities, and taught me the importance of providing good patient care and working well under pressure.
I aim to deliver my best in every task and am keen to learn and grow. I’m eager to contribute positively to a dental team and continue learning from experienced professionals — all with the aim of becoming a confident, capable, and well-rounded dentist.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Shop assistant
Post Office
07.2024 - Current
- Dealt with diverse customers leading to better communication and customer care skills
- Ability to work under pressure in busy hours
- Developed ability to multitask
Work experience
Dental Practice
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Gave oral hygiene instructions to patients
- Carried out decontamination of instruments
- Developed patient rapport through communication and reassurance during procedures
- Observed dentist carry out various treatments such as fillings and root canals
- Prepared dental materials before procedures
Education
Dentistry -
University of Birmingham
Birmingham /2023 -
A-Levels -
King Edward Camp Hill School for Girls
/2021 - /2023
GCSEs -
Hamstead Hall Academy
/2016 - /2021
Skills
- Communication skills
- Teamwork
- Time management and organisation
- Problem-solving
- Manual dexterity
- Cross-contamination
- Chairside assisting
- Can take and process radiographs
- Basic life support training
- Use of dental software
- Driving Licence
Personal Development
Achieved honours in BDS1
Year rep in BDS2
Member of BDA
Member of Dentinal tubules
Completed Discover Dentistry online course
Completed Basic Life Support
Complete British Sign Language
Volunteered for British Red Cross
I enjoy team sports such as netball and football as well as cycling and going to the gym. Having other hobbies allows me to wind down and have other personal goals.
Enjoy doing art in my spare time
Timeline
Work experience
Dental Practice
08.2024 - 09.2024
Shop assistant
Post Office
07.2024 - Current
Dentistry -
University of Birmingham
/2023 -
A-Levels -
King Edward Camp Hill School for Girls
/2021 - /2023
GCSEs -
Hamstead Hall Academy
/2016 - /2021
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