Briana Urquhart
Fulton,NY
Summary
I am a dental hygiene student graduating in May 2026 with over 400 clinical hours. Skilled in dental cleaning, scaling and root planing, radiography, patient care, infection control, and sterilization. Dedicated, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a growing dental practice while continuing to expand expertise in general dentistry.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Worker
Pita Pit
Rochester, NY
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of food preparation and serving areas.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Operated cash register accurately, managing transactions efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Front Desk Receptionist
Thomas T Bunker DDS, PC
Fulton, NY
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring efficient patient check-in and scheduling.
- Coordinated appointment reminders, enhancing patient attendance rates and satisfaction.
- Maintained confidential patient records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Utilized dental software to manage billing inquiries and insurance claims processing accurately.
- Developed strong working relationships with team members, fostering a positive work environment.
- Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
Apprentice Plumber
Potter Heating & Air Conditioning-Perrone Plumbing
Syracuse, NY
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Assisted senior plumbers with troubleshooting and repairing various plumbing issues.
- Used pipe wrenches, saws and drills safely to execute basic and complex plumbing tasks.
- Followed safety practices and procedures to reduce on-site risks.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
Waitress
Olive Garden
Clay, NY
04.2020 - 06.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction through attentive and timely service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas, promoting a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Monroe Community College
Rochester, New York, NY05-2026
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Cayuga Community College
Fulton, NY05-2023
Skills
- Preventive care
- Strong communication skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Equipment sterilization
- Dental disease management
- Team collaboration
- Patient education
- Oral hygiene education
- First aid training
- Dental charting
- Periodontal assessment
- Sealant application
- Dental prophylaxis
- Fluoride treatment
- Ultrasonic scaling
- Continuing education
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Experience with Oryx, Eaglesoft, Dentrix software's
Accomplishments
- American Heart Association BLS Certified
- Mandated Reporter Training Completed
- Dean's List (2024-2026)
- LEAD Award Recipient
- Member of the Student American Dental Hygienists' Association (SADHA)
Timeline
Front Desk Receptionist
Thomas T Bunker DDS, PC
06.2025 - 08.2025
Food Service Worker
Pita Pit
01.2025 - Current
Apprentice Plumber
Potter Heating & Air Conditioning-Perrone Plumbing
06.2022 - 08.2024
Waitress
Olive Garden
04.2020 - 06.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Monroe Community College
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Cayuga Community College