Janice Young
Castro Valley,CA
Summary
Patient-oriented Dental Hygienist offering 21 years of experience in preventive dental care. Expertise in screening patients for cancer and oral diseases, performing prophylaxis and providing education on oral hygiene and health. Talented at working with diverse populations and personality types to provide an upbeat work environment. Compassionate and understanding when treating and talking with individuals and families. Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills. Willing to be a team player and take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Proven leader with experience in mentoring other staff. Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Total Health Dental Care
04.2022 - 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 Dentrix
Registered Dental Hygienist
Ava Chen DDS
Castro Valley, CA
01.2005 - 04.2022
Registered Dental Hygienist
Premier Dental Care
Pleasanton, CA
01.2017 - 04.2022
Registered Dental Hygienist
Creative Dimensions in Dentistry
Castro Valley, CA
01.2005 - 01.2013
Registed Dental Hygienist
Victor Kvikstad DDS
Castro Valley, CA
01.2002 - 01.2005
Education
Bachelor Science Dental Hygiene -
West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CA12.2023
RDHAP -
University of The Pacific School of Dentistry
San Francisco, CA01.2021
Associate in Arts Dental Hygiene -
Chabot College
Hayward, CA01.2002
Associate in Arts Biology (Emphasis in Allied Health) -
Chabot College
Hayward, CA01.2000
Skills
- OSHA and Infection Control Adherence
- Soft Tissue Management (STM)
- Dental Charting
- Patient Safety Proficiency
- Current in Hygiene Techniques
- Current in State/Federal Regulations
- Oraqix Anesthetic Expertise
- Preventive Oral Health Education
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Dental Disease Management
- Treatment Planning
- Dentrix Software Proficiency
- Periodontal Evaluation
- Patient Screening
- Dental Evaluation and Assessment
- Root Planning and Scaling Expertise
Certification
- RDH-California
- Soft Tissue
- Local Anesthesia
- Nitrous Oxide
- Dental Radiography
- Health Care Provider CPR
- Laser Certification
- HAP 842 (Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice-CA)
Desired Job
Full Time Registered Dental Hygienist
Licenses
- RDH 20257
- HAP 842
Awards
National Dental Hygiene Board Exam Award, Chabot College 2002 Vecchiarelli Award, Top GPA 1st year Hygiene Student, Chabot College 2001 Deans list Chabot College 1998-2002, West Los Angeles College 2022
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Total Health Dental Care
04.2022 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Premier Dental Care
01.2017 - 04.2022
Registered Dental Hygienist
Ava Chen DDS
01.2005 - 04.2022
Registered Dental Hygienist
Creative Dimensions in Dentistry
01.2005 - 01.2013
Registed Dental Hygienist
Victor Kvikstad DDS
01.2002 - 01.2005
Bachelor Science Dental Hygiene -
West Los Angeles College
RDHAP -
University of The Pacific School of Dentistry
Associate in Arts Dental Hygiene -
Chabot College
Associate in Arts Biology (Emphasis in Allied Health) -
Chabot College
- RDH-California
- Soft Tissue
- Local Anesthesia
- Nitrous Oxide
- Dental Radiography
- Health Care Provider CPR
- Laser Certification
- HAP 842 (Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice-CA)
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