Jessika Gallegos
Madison,AL
Summary
Registered Dental Hygienist known for clinical excellence, strong leadership, and a deep commitment to patient-centered care. Expertise in preventive and periodontal therapy, comprehensive assessments, and advanced infection control, with proficiency in Eaglesoft software. Passionate about educating patients on the connection between oral health and overall wellness, empowering them to achieve long-term health outcomes. Respected for leading by example, upholding the highest clinical standards, and contributing strategic value to progressive, growth-focused dental practices.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Orion Family Dentistry(formerly StonecreekDental)
Huntsville, AL
10.2024 - Current
- Perform thorough dental cleanings, conduct periodontal assessments, and maintain meticulous patient records for optimal continuity of care.
- Enhance patient oral health outcomes through targeted treatment plans, preventive care education, and consistent follow-up procedures.
- Implement rigorous infection control protocols, ensuring strict adherence to safety standards and maintaining sterile environment for all dental procedures, safeguarding patient health.
- Foster comforting environment for patients, addressing concerns and providing personalized guidance to promote positive oral health habits, enhancing overall patient experience.
- Create calming environment for patients, addressing concerns with empathy and offering personalized guidance to alleviate dental anxieties, improving patient comfort and trust.
- Maintain meticulous patient records, ensuring accurate documentation of treatments and facilitating effective continuity of care across multiple visits.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Fortis Institute
Birmingham, AL06.2023
Skills
- Documentation and patient charting
- Patient management
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Infection control protocols
- Preventive oral hygiene education and promotion
- Through oral cancer screenings
- Dental radiography and intraoral photos
- Medical history review
- HIPAA standards
- OSHA standards
- Team collaboration
- Delivered custom treatment planning
References
References available upon request.
Custom Section 1
Registered Dental Hygienist
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Orion Family Dentistry(formerly StonecreekDental)
10.2024 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Fortis Institute