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JESSICA LANDIS

Wheeling,WV

Summary

Registered Dental Hygienist with 23 years of experience in periodontics and general dentistry. I excel in patient education and periodontal assessments. Adept at managing electronic health records and fostering strong patient relationships, I thrive in delivering exceptional care while ensuring compliance with infection control protocols. I'm truly passionate about enhancing oral health and patient comfort. I love the field of dentistry, and I thoroughly enjoy building relationships with my patients and working as a team.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

DR MATT KARNOUPAKIS
WHEELING, WV
06.2002 - 08.2024
  • Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient treatments utilizing electronic health records systems.
  • Developed positive relationships with patients through effective communication techniques.
  • Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up care.
  • Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.

Registered Dental Hygienist

DR. JACK PALMER
WHEELING , WV
05.2002 - 08.2024
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care planning.
  • Scheduled patient appointments and managed follow-up care.
  • Educated patients about good nutrition for maintaining healthy teeth and gums.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient treatment plans using electronic medical records software.
  • Sterilized dental instruments before each procedure according to infection control protocols.
  • Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
  • Performed root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
  • Recognized warning signs of serious conditions such as cancer or diabetes through clinical observations.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
  • Performed periodontal charting to record the condition of patients' gums.
  • Assessed overall oral health by examining teeth and gums for signs of disease or other irregularities.
  • Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Education

Bachelor of Science - DENTAL HYGIENE

West Liberty University
West Liberty, WV
05-1998

Skills

  • Patient education and support
  • Electronic health records management
  • Infection control protocols
  • Dental imaging techniques
  • Periodontal assessment skills
  • Patient scheduling efficiency
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking abilities
  • X-ray procedures expertise
  • Medical history evaluation
  • Patient relationship management
  • Comfort management strategies
  • Registered dental hygienist (RDH)
  • Anesthetic administration skills
  • Local anesthesia application
  • Written communication proficiency
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Patient needs assessment

Affiliations

  • I belong to many local women's groups such as the Junior League of Wheeling and the Wheeling Symphony Auxiliary

Certification

  • Local anesthesia certification
  • General supervision permit
  • Public supervision permit

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

DR MATT KARNOUPAKIS
06.2002 - 08.2024

Registered Dental Hygienist

DR. JACK PALMER
05.2002 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Science - DENTAL HYGIENE

West Liberty University

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