Billie Murphy
Point Pleasant,WV
Summary
Patient-oriented Dental Hygienist offering five years of experience in high-volume dental offices. Expertise in screening patients for cancer and oral diseases, performing prophylaxis, periodontal treatment and providing education on oral hygiene and health. Talented at working with diverse personality types to provide an upbeat work environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Valley Health
01.2024 - Current
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in [Software].
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
Dental Hygienist
South Kipling Dental Care
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
- Took and interpreted X-rays to identify cavities, impacted teeth and other dental issues.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
Dental Hygienist
Clement Park Dental Care
05.2019 - 03.2023
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix.
- Took and interpreted X-rays to identify cavities, impacted teeth and other dental issues.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
Dental Assistant
Riverside Dental Care
07.2016 - 02.2018
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endodontic procedures, and oral surgery.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Concorde Career College - Aurora
Aurora, CO04.2019
Skills
- Medical Office Administration
- Patient Safety Proficiency
- Restorative Dentistry
- Anesthetic Administration
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Periodontal Evaluation
- Dentrix Software Proficiency
- Dental Radiography
- Root Planning and Scaling Expertise
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Preventive Oral Health Education
- Patient Relationship Building
- Treatment Planning
- Local Anesthesia Administration
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Valley Health
01.2024 - Current
Dental Hygienist
South Kipling Dental Care
03.2023 - 12.2023
Dental Hygienist
Clement Park Dental Care
05.2019 - 03.2023
Dental Assistant
Riverside Dental Care
07.2016 - 02.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Concorde Career College - Aurora
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