Jessica Layne
Summary
Experienced Registered Dental Hygienist with extensive background in periodontal therapy, preventive care, local anesthesia administration, and patient education across private practice and community health settings. Skilled in managing diverse patient populations, delivering efficient and compassionate care, and maintaining strong patient relationships in fast-paced clinical environments. Proficient in Dentrix and Epic software with experience working independently and managing rigorous schedules.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
HealthPoint Community Health Center
Seattle
10.2022 - 12.2025
- Delivered comprehensive dental hygiene care for diverse pediatric, adult, and geriatric patient populations in a fast-paced community health setting
- Performed prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing, periodontal charting, and periodontal therapy
- Administered local anesthesia and nitrous oxide sedation to support patient comfort and treatment needs
- Worked extensively with patients presenting complex periodontal conditions and varying medical histories
- Utilized Epic electronic health record software for accurate clinical documentation and treatment planning
- Captured digital radiographs and provided preventive treatments including fluoride applications and sealants
- Collaborated closely with dentists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care
- Adapted communication and care approaches to accommodate culturally and socioeconomically diverse patient populations
Dental Hygienist
Lifetime Smiles Dental
Oak Park
07.2010 - 11.2021
- Provided comprehensive dental hygiene services including prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, and scaling and root planing
- Performed oral cancer screenings and comprehensive periodontal evaluations
- Captured traditional and digital diagnostic radiographs
- Applied sealants, fluoride treatments, and desensitizing agents
- Administered local anesthesia, Oraqix, and Arestin as part of periodontal therapy
- Took dental impressions and assisted in treatment planning coordination
- Delivered smoking cessation counseling and nutritional guidance to promote long-term oral health
- Maintained accurate patient records and clinical charting using Dentrix software
- Followed strict sterilization, infection control, and OSHA compliance protocols
- Managed patient scheduling and follow-up appointments to ensure continuity of care.
- Developed treatment plans based on diagnosis and discussed with dentists.
Dental Hygienist
Aunt Martha's Community Health Center
Chicago Heights
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Served as sole dental hygienist at two federally qualified health clinics serving underserved communities
- Performed adult and pediatric prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, periodontal screenings, and periodontal maintenance
- Administered local anesthesia to support comprehensive periodontal and restorative treatment
- Captured digital radiographs and provided preventive treatments including sealants and fluoride applications
- Educated patients with varying medical conditions and socioeconomic backgrounds on oral hygiene, nutrition, and disease prevention
- Managed rigorous scheduling demands while maintaining quality patient care and efficiency
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and treatment documentation
Education
Bachelor of General Studies -
Northern Illinois University
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, ILSkills
- Periodontal Therapy
- Scaling & Root Planing
- Local Anesthesia Administration
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation
- Digital Radiography
- Preventive & Pediatric Hygiene Care
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Patient Education
- Dentrix
- Epic
- Infection Control & OSHA Compliance
- Treatment Planning Support
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient scheduling
Personal Information
Title: Registered Dental Hygienist
Community Outreach
- DuPage Community Clinic
- Living Word Christian Academy
- Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital - Patient Education
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
HealthPoint Community Health Center
10.2022 - 12.2025
Dental Hygienist
Aunt Martha's Community Health Center
11.2021 - 08.2022
Dental Hygienist
Lifetime Smiles Dental
07.2010 - 11.2021
Bachelor of General Studies -
Northern Illinois University
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
College of DuPage