Alicia Ward
Pekin,IL
Summary
Registered dental hygienist dedicated to providing compassionate patient care. Enthusiastic about building a strong and trusting relationship with my patients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Smalltown Dental
Morton, Illinois
09.2023 - 08.2025
- Scheduled appointments for follow-up visits with dentists or hygienists as needed.
- Managed sterilization processes for dental equipment according to OSHA guidelines.
- Examined gums for signs of disease using probes and other instruments.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatments utilizing electronic health records systems.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Bruce Mathes, DDS
Peoria, Illinois
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintained a clean work environment by following safety protocols set forth by the American Dental Association.
- Applied sealants, fluorides, desensitizing agents, topical anesthetics, cavity varnishes, and other restorative materials to teeth surfaces as needed.
- Developed positive relationships with patients through effective communication techniques.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Joseph Pope, DDS
Peoria
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintained a clean work environment by following safety protocols set forth by the American Dental Association.
- Performed periodontal charting and took intraoral radiographs.
- Provided preventive dental care services such as cleaning teeth and instructing patients on oral hygiene techniques.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Robert Johnson, DDS
Pekin, Illinois
12.2019 - 02.2020
- 3 month sub dental hygienist covering a maternity leave.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL 08.2016 - 05.2018
Skills
- Radiographic imaging
- Infection control
- Preventive care
- Electronic health records
- Oral health education
- Treatment planning
- Clinical documentation
- Customer service
- Patient relationship building
- Dental instrument sterilization
- Digital radiographs
- Medical history documentation
- Dental prophylaxis
- Fluoride treatment
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Smalltown Dental
09.2023 - 08.2025
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Bruce Mathes, DDS
08.2022 - 09.2023
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Joseph Pope, DDS
01.2021 - 07.2022
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Robert Johnson, DDS
12.2019 - 02.2020
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Illinois Central College
08.2016 - 05.2018