ANIYA CLARK
NORFOLK
Summary
Enthusiastic and detail-oriented Dental Careers student with healthcare volunteer experience and strong leadership skills. Skilled in communication, customer service, infection control practices, and working collaboratively in professional environments. Dedicated to creating positive patient experiences, maintaining high standards of professionalism, and contributing to the success of a dental team. Eager to apply classroom knowledge and hands-on experience while continuing to grow within the dental profession.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Virginia 1st Place Winner
HOSA Future Health Professionals
Roanoke, VA
03.2026 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
President
National Honor Society, NHS
Norfolk, VA
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Developed and implemented policies aligning with company objectives and industry best practices.
- Inspired innovation by creating an environment that encouraged creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
President
HOSA Future Health Professionals
Norfolk, VA
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance organizational growth and operational efficiency.
- Analyzed market trends to inform decision-making and drive competitive advantage.
- Mentored senior leadership, promoting professional development and succession planning within the organization.
Intern
American Chemical Society
Norfolk, VA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported research projects by compiling and analyzing chemical data.
- Assisted in developing educational materials for outreach programs.
- Coordinated logistics for workshops and conferences to enhance member engagement.
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research initiatives.
- Maintained a polite and efficient atmosphere while completing this full-time internship with VWU; duties include studying peak reaction of alcohol, analyzing data, and testing chemicals.
Volunteer
Children Hospital of the King Daughters (CHKD)
Norfolk, VA
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Assisted in organizing community events, enhancing participant engagement and outreach efforts.
- Collaborated with team members to distribute resources efficiently, improving service delivery to beneficiaries.
- Developed informational materials for community programs, ensuring clarity and accessibility for diverse audiences.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained a positive and welcoming atmosphere while volunteering for two summers in a row in the gift shop and as a bedside volunteer. Gift shop duties include operating the cash register, stocking merchandise, and placing orders. Bedside duties include babysitting, using clear communication skills, and assisting with the daycare facility in the hospital.
Vice President
HOSA Future Health Professionals
Norfolk, VA
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Led organizational change initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and drive strategic growth.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive business strategies aligning with corporate objectives.
- Oversaw cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration to achieve project milestones and deadlines.
- Analyzed market trends to inform product development strategies and improve competitive positioning.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Dental Career
Norfolk Technical Center
Norfolk05.2026
High School Diploma -
Maury High School
Norfolk, VA05.2026
Skills
- Ability to effectively utilize and communicate via email
- Ability to use Zoom and Google Classroom
- Ability to use sources like YouTube and Google search to develop new skills and abilities
- Ability to manage and maintain a network of colleagues through voice, text, email, and/or video conferencing
- Comfortable with most basic computer tasks
- Reliably punctual and responsible
- Good written communication skills and the ability to report on work to a remote supervisor
- DANB Infection Control skills
- DANB Radiation Health and Safety skills
- Good time management and organization skills
- Ability to work independently and manage a project-driven schedule
- Ability to maintain an awareness of other cultures to interact in a professional environment
- Gets along easily with others; personable
- Easily accepts coaching and guidance
- Ability to collaborate and resolve conflicts productively
- Understands how to act in the best interest of the business
- Interest in promotion and increased responsibility
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Dependable and responsible
- Computer skills
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Verbal communication
- Problem resolution
Accomplishments
- Achieved 1st place Virginia Dental Assistant Winner title by completing dental instrument skills with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- SMART TRANSITIONS LIFE-WORK PORTFOLIO COURSE, TOGETHER WE CAN FOUNDATION
- VIRGINIA TECH CORPS OF CADETS ADMISSION ACCEPTANCE AWARD
- ICE DANB CERTIFICATION
- RADIATION DANB CERTIFICATION
- NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Virginia 1st Place Winner
HOSA Future Health Professionals
03.2026 - Current
President
National Honor Society, NHS
08.2025 - 05.2026
President
HOSA Future Health Professionals
08.2025 - 05.2026
Intern
American Chemical Society
05.2025 - 08.2025
Vice President
HOSA Future Health Professionals
08.2024 - 06.2025
Volunteer
Children Hospital of the King Daughters (CHKD)
06.2024 - 07.2025
Certificate of Completion - Dental Career
Norfolk Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Maury High School
SMART TRANSITIONS LIFE-WORK PORTFOLIO COURSE, TOGETHER WE CAN FOUNDATION
Career planning/goal setting/personal presentation skills, 2026
ICE DANB CERTIFICATION
Successfully passed the Infection Control Exam (ICE), demonstrating knowledge of infection prevention procedures, sterilization and disinfection techniques, personal protective equipment (PPE), OSHA guidelines, and patient safety standards in dental healthcare settings.
DANB Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Certification
Successfully passed the Radiation Health and Safety Exam (RHS), demonstrating knowledge of dental radiography procedures, radiation safety principles, patient protection techniques, X-ray equipment operation, image quality standards, and federal and state radiation regulations.