Alyssa Des Champs
About Alyssa Des Champs
Alyssa Des Champs serves as a Team Coordinator at the Ontario Ministry of Health, where she trains team members in documentation practices and case investigation interviews. With a background as a Registered Dental Hygienist, she has contributed significantly to public health efforts, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Current Role at Ontario Ministry of Health
Alyssa Des Champs currently serves as a Team Coordinator at the Ontario Ministry of Health. In this position, she is responsible for training team members in documentation practices and conducting case investigation interviews. Her work ensures high standards in public health response, particularly in relation to infectious disease management.
Previous Experience as Registered Dental Hygienist
Alyssa Des Champs worked as a Registered Dental Hygienist at Dentistry at Prescott from 2011 to 2020. During her nine years in this role, she gained extensive experience in dental hygiene practices and patient care. Her background in this field contributes to her current responsibilities in health and safety.
Leadership in Public Health Response
Alyssa played a key role in managing a team of dental hygienists and served as the Health and Safety Officer in a clinical setting. Her leadership was particularly evident during the COVID-19 pandemic, where she was instrumental in slowing the spread of the virus through effective case investigations and public education initiatives.
Educational Background in Dental Hygiene
Alyssa Des Champs studied at Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, where she focused on Dental Hygiene. She completed her Diploma of Education from 2009 to 2011. This educational foundation has equipped her with the necessary skills and knowledge for her roles in public health and dental hygiene.
Authorship of Infection Prevention Manual
Alyssa authored the Infection Prevention and Control manual for a dental office, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This manual serves as a critical resource for maintaining safe practices within dental care settings.