Jessica McKee
Oquawka,IL
Summary
Experienced Dental Hygienist with 15 years in patient care, specializing in oral assessments, scaling, and periodontal maintenance. Delivered effective patient education and advanced prophylaxis techniques while maintaining proficiency in electronic health records. Enhanced patient comfort through skilled administration of local anesthesia.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Eagleview Community Health System
Oquawka, Illinois
01.2021 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive dental cleanings and assessments for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients on effective oral hygiene practices and preventive care techniques to promote better dental health.
- Experienced in providing periodontal treatment, including scaling and root planing, periodontal assessments and maintenance therapy.
- Administered local anesthetics to ensure patient comfort during dental treatment
- Achieved certification in Illinois as a public health dental hygienist to enhance community dental services.
- Proficient in Epic and dexis software
Dental Hygienist
Pothitakis Dental Group
Burlington , IA
2017 - 12.2020
- Assessed oral health by examining teeth and gums for signs of disease or irregularities, contributing to early detection and treatment planning.
- Performed x-rays to support accurate diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
- Utilized dental instruments, including scalers, curettes, and ultrasonic devices, to provide effective patient care and improve oral hygiene.
- Accurately collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Carl Sandburg College
Galesburg, IL05-2011
Skills
- Local anesthesia administration
- Periodontal maintenance
- Patient assessment
- Patient management
- Patient education and prophylaxis
- Digital radiographs
- Electronic health records
- Time management
Certification
- CPR certified
- PHDH certified
- Registered dental hygienist in both Iowa and Illinois
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Eagleview Community Health System
01.2021 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Pothitakis Dental Group
2017 - 12.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Carl Sandburg College