Dawn Ray
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Experienced Dental Hygienist with 7 years of expertise in all aspects of treatment, including dental prophylaxis, periodontal therapy and oral hygiene instruction. Effective communicator with success in teaching patients and community about oral hygiene and care. Knowledgeable in identifying oral health issues, like tooth decay and oral cancer, in early stages and communicating findings to dentists for further evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Dental Hygienist
Aquila Dental
08.2018 - Current
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and laser bacterial reduction.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing thorough dental cleanings and oral health education.
- Contributed to practice growth by consistently delivering high-quality care that led to increased patient referrals.
- Improved patient retention rates by providing exceptional customer service during appointments.
- Educated patients on preventative dental care techniques, empowering them to maintain optimal oral health between visits.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels and minimizing waste through efficient ordering processes.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, earning trust through compassionate care and consistent follow-up on treatment progress.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication among team members and addressing concerns promptly.
- Mentored junior hygienists, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback to improve their skills.
- Led regular team meetings to review performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies to achieve goals.
- Established a positive online reputation for the practice by encouraging satisfied patients to leave reviews and testimonials on various platforms.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Lead Dental Assistant
Posh Dental
10.2010 - 11.2015
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for impressions.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing thorough explanations of dental procedures and answering questions with patience.
- Acted as a liaison between patients and dental specialists, streamlining the referral process and fostering seamless continuity of care.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Conducted routine maintenance on dental equipment, prolonging the life span of costly tools and instruments essential for daily operations.
- Assisted in marketing efforts to attract new patients, showcasing the practice''s commitment to top-notch oral health care services.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, minimizing waste while ensuring necessary resources were readily available for all procedures.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering a welcoming environment that encouraged return visits.
- Ensured strict adherence to infection control protocols, maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for both staff and patients.
- Improved practice workflow by efficiently setting up and breaking down dental operatories before and after each procedure.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Mentored junior dental assistants, sharing valuable knowledge to strengthen the overall quality of the team''s performance.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Carrington College
1300 S Country Club Dr #2, Mesa, AZ 8521007.2017
Skills
- Anesthetic Administration
- Intraoral imaging
- Preventive oral health education
- Chronic Disease Management
- Gum Disease Identification
- Periodontal Therapy
- Dentrix software proficiency
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Sealant Application
- Dental charting
- Patient relationship building
Certification
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Lead Dental Hygienist
Aquila Dental
08.2018 - Current
Lead Dental Assistant
Posh Dental
10.2010 - 11.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Carrington College