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Alicia Carter

Poulsbo,WA

Summary

Energetic, reliable, adept Dental Hygienist with exceptional interpersonal skills and 8 years of expertise in the assessment, treatment and prevention of oral diseases. Dedicated to maintaining the highest standard in every aspect of my work. My proven track record of improving patient care and enhancing team productivity positions me as a valuable asset to any dental team. My positive outlook enhances daily work and contributes to a thriving team atmosphere. I'm committed to safe practice with a zeal for education.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Urgent Medical Referral Administrator

NHS - St. Albans City Hospital
St Albans, United Kingdom
07.2022 - 11.2023
  • Efficiently intake and process urgent referrals using various medical software.
  • Accurately prepare correspondence for dissemination to respective medical department directors and personnel.
  • Submit biweekly metrics regarding urgent referral status.
  • Effectively communicate appointment details to the patient via postage, phone, and email.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Downtown Dentistry
Seattle, WA
01.2020 - 09.2021

Registered Dental Hygienist

2nd & Madison Dental
Portland, OR
03.2015 - 07.2021
  • Clinic Hygiene Lead and Infection Control Lead
  • Perform effective scaling and root planing, gross debridement, soft tissue management and coronal polishing
  • Administer effective periodontal therapy in varying stages of disease
  • Render patient specific oral hygiene instruction w/
    motivating dialogue
  • Effective pain management via administration of local anesthesia, nitrous oxide or topical means
  • Proficient treatment plan coordinating and scheduling
  • Increased patient topical fluoride acceptance by 30%
  • Provide cleaning instructions for fixed and removable dental prostheses
  • Acquire alginate impressions for bleaching trays, and orthodontic retainers
  • Properly sterilize and sharpen instruments

Registered Dental Hygienist

Marine Corp. Branch Dental Clinic Kaneohe Bay
Kailua, HI
01.2019 - 10.2019

Dental Assistant

U.S. Navy Active Duty
Kings Bay, GA
06.2001 - 12.2007
  • Expertly process and develop x-rays
  • Acquire patient medical histories and vital signs.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures for several Specialties.
  • Sterilize instruments
  • Conscientiously ordered supplies necessary for daily operations
  • Perform coronal polishing, place sealants and administer fluoride

Education

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN
06.2013

B.S.Ed. - Health & Human Performance Exercise Sports Science

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
12.2011

Skills

  • Oral Hygiene Promotion
  • Patient Education
  • Treatment Planning
  • Digital Radiography
  • Pain Management
  • Behavior modification
  • Dental Software Proficiency
  • Inventory Management
  • Oral Cancer Screening
  • Oral/ Systemic Disease Correlation
  • OSHA and HIPAA compliant

Certification

  • WA State Dental Hygiene Renewable Temporary License - Nitrous Oxide & Local Anesthesia Permit
  • Oregon State Registered Dental Hygiene License - Nitrous Oxide & Local Anesthesia Permit
  • CPR/BLS

Timeline

Urgent Medical Referral Administrator

NHS - St. Albans City Hospital
07.2022 - 11.2023

Registered Dental Hygienist

Downtown Dentistry
01.2020 - 09.2021

Registered Dental Hygienist

Marine Corp. Branch Dental Clinic Kaneohe Bay
01.2019 - 10.2019

Registered Dental Hygienist

2nd & Madison Dental
03.2015 - 07.2021

Dental Assistant

U.S. Navy Active Duty
06.2001 - 12.2007

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

University of Tennessee Health Science Center

B.S.Ed. - Health & Human Performance Exercise Sports Science

University of Memphis

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