Amelia York
Mount Airy,NC
Summary
Motivated and enthusiastic Dental Hygiene student with a strong foundation in oral health sciences and a passion for patient care. Eager to apply clinical training and education to promote excellent oral hygiene, patient education, and preventive care in a collaborative dental practice.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
L Dean Simmons D.D.S
02.2021 - 08.2023
- Operated sterilization equipment to maintain hygiene and compliance standards.
- Prepared examination rooms by setting up instruments and materials.
- Used digital radiography software to capture and analyze dental images for diagnostics.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Education
No Degree - Science
Surry Community College
Dobson, NCNo Degree - Science
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NCAssociates of Dental Hygiene - Dental Hygiene
Forsyth Tech Community College
Winston Salem, NC05-2025
Skills
- Knowledge of scaling, polishing, and fluoride treatments
- Understanding of infection control and sterilization techniques
- Digital radiography experience
- Strong communication and patient education skills
- Proficient in dental software Eaglesoft
- Team-oriented and detail-focused
Certification
- CPR
- Local Anesthesia
- Nitrous Oxide
- SPICE
- Radiology certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant
L Dean Simmons D.D.S
02.2021 - 08.2023
No Degree - Science
Surry Community College
No Degree - Science
Catawba Valley Community College
Associates of Dental Hygiene - Dental Hygiene
Forsyth Tech Community College