Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Timeline
Receptionist

Carly Szyska

Summary

I am a hard working RDH looking to change career paths but continue to use the skills and knowledge I have gained with my previous experiences. I am a caring and upbeat person who enjoys working with and helping people in general. I am able to adapt to new environments and learn new skills with ease. I keep up with my continuing education within the dental field that I currently work and keep up with the new and upcoming information and research that comes out. I have great time management skills along with attention to details.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

Kimball Family Dental
09.2016 - Current
  • Improved patient oral health by providing thorough dental cleanings and assessments.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques for optimal dental health and prevention of future issues.
  • Provided exceptional patient care by establishing rapport and addressing anxieties or concerns.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans to address specific patient needs and concerns.
  • Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff.
  • Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Administered local anesthesia as needed for dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
  • Applied preventive materials such as fluoride varnishes or sealants to protect teeth from decay or sensitivity issues.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dental Care Alliance
05.2014 - 09.2016
  • Improved patient oral health by providing thorough dental cleanings and assessments.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans to address specific patient needs and concerns.
  • Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff.
  • Contributed to practice growth by delivering excellent customer service, resulting in increased patient retention rates.
  • Coordinated with dental insurance providers to verify coverage and obtain necessary pre-authorizations for patient treatments, streamlining the financial aspect of care delivery.
  • Cared for patients with special needs by providing education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Eastside Family Dentistry
02.2011 - 09.2014
  • Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff.
  • Contributed to practice growth by delivering excellent customer service, resulting in increased patient retention rates.
  • Applied preventive materials such as fluoride varnishes or sealants to protect teeth from decay or sensitivity issues.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and [Task].
  • Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Ban Barbat
02.2007 - 01.2011
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques for optimal dental health and prevention of future issues.
  • Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff.

Manager/Assistant Manager

Mobil Pitstop
02.1999 - 04.2000
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Memphis High School
Memphis MI

Marketing

St Clair Tec
Marysville MI

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Baker College
Port Huron MI

Skills

  • OSHA and Infection Control Adherence
  • Medical History Documentation
  • Supply Management
  • Nutrition Counseling
  • Dental Evaluation and Assessment
  • Patient Screening
  • Patient Relationship Building
  • Infection Control
  • Medical History Review
  • Medical Office Administration
  • Dental Records
  • Patient Assessments
  • Scheduling
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Documentation

Additional Information

Available Upon Request


Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Kimball Family Dental
09.2016 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dental Care Alliance
05.2014 - 09.2016

Registered Dental Hygienist

Eastside Family Dentistry
02.2011 - 09.2014

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Ban Barbat
02.2007 - 01.2011

Manager/Assistant Manager

Mobil Pitstop
02.1999 - 04.2000

High School Diploma -

Memphis High School

Marketing

St Clair Tec

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Baker College
Carly Szyska