Years of student experience
Joscelyn Russo
Washington Township,MI
Summary
Professional and caring Dental Hygienist. Experienced in meeting the needs of the dental team and patients. Exceptional at welcoming patients and creating a comfortable environment during visits.
Overview
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Work History
Dental Hygiene Assistant
Summit Family Dental
Shelby, MI
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Increased appointment efficiency by preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments.
- Assisted dentists and hygienists in performing complex procedures, ensuring efficient and high-quality care for patients.
- Supported the dental team by taking diagnostic radiographs, minimizing wait times for patients and clinicians alike.
- Managed patient records, updating charts and notes to accurately reflect treatments provided.
- Provided excellent customer service at the front desk, addressing concerns promptly and courteously to ensure patient satisfaction.
- Managed hygienist's schedules with calendaring software to maintain steady patient flow.
- Prepared procedure rooms and tray setups for hygienists and dentists before starting dental procedures.
Counselor
Parks and Recreation Department
WASHINGTN TOWNSHIP, MI
02.2017 - 04.2021
- Established collaborative relationships with parents and guardians in order to provide effective care for their children.
- Facilitated group problem-solving discussions to build positive relationships among campers.
- Developed individualized behavior management plans for campers with special needs.
- Maintained accurate records including daily attendance logs, incident reports, and medical forms.
- Assisted in developing weekly lesson plans for various age groups.
- Provided emotional support to campers dealing with homesickness or other issues related to being away from home.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress at camp.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors in planning fun evening events such as movie nights or talent shows.
Education
Dental Hygiene
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI05-2024
Skills
- Axium Ascend Software
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certified
- Local Anesthesia Administration
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Reliability
Accomplishments
- Deans List Basis of Academic Performance. Achieved and held a grade point average of 3.5 or higher throughout entire college career.
- Beta Lambda; Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Top 10%; maintaining a GPA of 3.5 and above.
Timeline
Dental Hygiene Assistant
Summit Family Dental
03.2021 - 02.2022
Counselor
Parks and Recreation Department
02.2017 - 04.2021
Dental Hygiene
Macomb Community College