Brooke Careaga
Centre,AL
Summary
Patient-focused Dental Hygienist bringing seventeen years of experience caring for patients through dental hygiene. Expert in prophylaxis and patient education resulting in reduced dental decay and fewer cavities for patients. Team-oriented with success in building long-term relationships with patients and staff. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Golf Pro Shop Manager
Cherokee Pines Golf Club
Centre, AL
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Maintained cleanliness of the pro shop premises by organizing shelves and displays regularly.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and ABC regulations related to the operation of a alcohol sales.
- Recruited, trained, supervised and evaluated staff members on proper procedures for handling customers, stocking shelves, managed inventory levels and completing daily tasks.
- Maintained accurate records for all transactions including cash register receipts, credit card payments, gift card and golf vouchers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with golfers to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Mark McClendon DMD
Centre, AL
08.2015 - 09.2023
- Provided patient education on proper oral hygiene
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Developed treatment plans based on diagnosis and discussed with dentists.
- Ordered supplies needed for daily operations within budgetary guidelines.
- Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride, and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Conducted x-rays to detect potential issues such as decay, cysts, tumors and bone loss.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans using electronic medical records software.
- Performed root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
Dental Hygienist
Riverbend Family Dentistry
Centre, AL
06.2010 - 08.2015
- Instructed patients in brushing and flossing techniques to maintain optimal oral health.
- Sterilized dental instruments before each procedure according to infection control protocols.
- Cleaned and polished removable appliances such as dentures and orthodontic retainers.
- Performed periodontal charting to record the condition of patients' gums.
- Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride, and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Pruitt and Eberhart
Centre, AL
05.2004 - 11.2009
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Handled billing inquiries from insurance companies regarding claims submitted by the office.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Education
Registered Dental Hygienist - Dental Hygiene
Alabama Dental Hygiene Program
UAB School Of Dentistry06-2007
High School Diploma -
Covenant Academy
Home School Student05-2003
Skills
- Sealant Application
- Digital Radiographs
- Fluoride application
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Relationship Building
- Oral Hygiene Instruction
- Infection Control
- Treatment Planning
Certification
- RDH
- CPR
Affiliations
- Kayaking
- Golf
- Hiking
- Water Skiing and Tubing
- Paddle Boarding
- Yoga
- Enjoying time with friends and family
References
- Scott Farrar: Owner of Cherokee Pines Golf Club (256) 490-9322
- Lew Mitchell: Retired General Dentist (256) 504-0271
- Jennifer Kilpatrick: Former Co-worker and Friend (256) 630-7761
Timeline
Golf Pro Shop Manager
Cherokee Pines Golf Club
09.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Dental Hygienist
Mark McClendon DMD
08.2015 - 09.2023
Dental Hygienist
Riverbend Family Dentistry
06.2010 - 08.2015
Registered Dental Hygienist
Pruitt and Eberhart
05.2004 - 11.2009
Registered Dental Hygienist - Dental Hygiene
Alabama Dental Hygiene Program
High School Diploma -
Covenant Academy
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