Avril Ferguson
Halifax
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
11
11
Certifications
Work History
Excel Program Assistant Instructor
Park West Junior High School
1 2009 - Current
- Planning and organizing activities for students
- Lunch Monitor, supervised student conduct during lunch break.
Teachers’ Assistant
Toddlers Academy
01.2008 - 01.2009
- For Children from ages 2 – 5 years old
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Supervised residential and day treatment children during class and on field trips.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
01.2005 - 01.2007
- After school and daycare for children from ages 4 – 9, Nova Scotia, Canada
Junior Pharmacist
Wilmacs Pharmacy
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Developed strong relationships with patients, addressing their concerns while providing compassionate care tailored to their needs.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing quality control measures and maintaining accurate prescription records.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on industry advancements.
Office Manager/Dental Assistant
Cosmetic Dental Centre
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Optimized workspace usage by reorganizing floor plans according to team needs and office layout constraints.
- Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
- Facilitated smooth communication between departments, addressing concerns promptly to maintain harmonious work relationships.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Nigel Lewis & Associates
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing gentle and thorough dental cleanings.
- Promoted ongoing professional development by attending industry conferences, seminars, workshops.
- Aided in the development of staff training materials, fostering a cohesive team environment focused on continuous improvement.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
Dental and Medical Planning / Marketing Coordinator
Med Dent Plan
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Analyzed competitive landscape to inform positioning strategies for new products or services.
- Delivered consistent results by maintaining keen focus on data-driven decision-making across all aspects of roles.
- Strengthened relationships with key stakeholders by coordinating cross-functional promotional events.
Education
Associates Degree - Honors in Pharmacy Technology
Success Training College
09.2001 - 7 2003
Associates Degree - Honors in Dental Technology
Success Training College
09.1997 - 7 1999
Skills
Excellent social skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent business sense
Organizational and Time Management
Serving Diverse Communities
Certification
American Heart Association
Affiliations
Member of the Bahamas Pharmacy Society Association. Isle of MTV (Video Production), Real TV Casting Crew
Member of Bahamas Study Club for Dentistry
Timeline
Teachers’ Assistant
Toddlers Academy
01.2008 - 01.2009
01.2005 - 01.2007
Junior Pharmacist
Wilmacs Pharmacy
01.2003 - 01.2004
Associates Degree - Honors in Pharmacy Technology
Success Training College
09.2001 - 7 2003
Office Manager/Dental Assistant
Cosmetic Dental Centre
01.2001 - 01.2003
Dental Assistant
Dr. Nigel Lewis & Associates
01.1998 - 01.2001
Associates Degree - Honors in Dental Technology
Success Training College
09.1997 - 7 1999
Dental and Medical Planning / Marketing Coordinator
Med Dent Plan
01.1997 - 01.1998
Excel Program Assistant Instructor
Park West Junior High School
1 2009 - Current