Dental Hygienist Orofacial Myologist resume example with 20+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
, , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
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Summary
Professional Dental Hygienist with 30+ years of expertise in assessment, treatment and prevention of oral diseases. Highly accomplished in educating patients on oral health, hygiene and disease prevention. Gifted at building relationships with patients by making friendly conversation, ensuring comfort throughout procedures and focus on the "why" of my patients dental issues. This has led me to the field of Orofacial Myology. My passion to help others wakes me up in the morning and follows me to bed at night. I am excited to bring my education and my passion to Cortez Dental and to work with an amazing team Dr. Sheahan has assembled.
Skills
Oral cancer screening
Orofacial myology
Dental radiography
Soft tissue management
Fluoride application
Dental health promotion
Tooth whitening
Stain removal
Periodontal treatment
Dental disease treatment
Training & Development
Customer service
Project planning
Organization
PPE use
First Aid/CPR
Supervision
Experience
Dental Hygienist/ Orofacial Myologist, 08/2014 - Current Tend – San Francisco, CA,
Cared for patients using advanced tooth cleaning methods.
Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
Managed dental records and entered information using Eaglesoft to keep important patient information on file.
Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
Dental Hygienist, 07/2012 - 08/2014 Tend – San Mateo, CA,
Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
Cared for patients using advanced tooth cleaning methods.
Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
Managed dental records and entered information using [Software] to keep important patient information on file.
Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Office Manager/Dental Hygienist, 08/2003 - 12/2012 James L. Schumacher, DMD – City, STATE,
Oversaw day-to-day office operations, including receiving and organizing correspondence, answering and forwarding calls and creating business letters and records.
Distributed company correspondence, including memos and updates to reinforce and apprise departments and divisions of corporate objectives and developments.
Handled scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
Quoted and prepared proposals for business services.
Wrote professional business correspondence to maintain strong line of communications.
Coordinated office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance with company policies.
Cultivated community relations and worked with teams to optimize programs.
Liaised with customers, addressed inquiries, handled meeting requests and answer billing questions to provide outstanding customer care.
Managed daily operations within [Type] office by supporting continuous delivery of excellent services and care.
Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
Coordinated travel arrangements by booking hotel rooms, car rentals and flights.
Dental Hygienist, 06/1995 - 06/2003 Weber Family Dental Center – City, STATE,
Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
Cared for patients using advanced tooth cleaning methods.
Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
Managed dental records and entered information using Eaglesoft to keep important patient information on file.
Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow.
Education and Training
Associate of Science: Biology, Expected in 05/1990 - University of North Georgia - Dahlonega, GA GPA:
Bachelor of Science: Dental Hygiene, Expected in 05/1992 - Medical College of Georgia - Augusta, GA, GPA:
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