Katria Gonzalez
Trumbull
Summary
Bilingual (English and Spanish) dental hygiene graduate with experience in clinical practice and patient communication. Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and passionate about preventive care and oral health education. Proficient in Patterson Eaglesoft, Ascend, and Epic software, with adaptability to diverse patient and office needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Dental Hygiene Internship
University of New Haven
Reservation
07.2025 - 07.2026
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and proper dental care techniques.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Conducted routine cleanings and preventive treatments under supervision.
Babysitter
Daniel Glass
Trumbull
02.2023 - Current
- Ensured safety and cleanliness of environment for children, promoting health and well-being.
- Built trusting relationships with children and parents to foster a positive atmosphere.
- Guided children in basic hygiene practices, fostering healthy habits and self-care.
- Cared for children of various ages, supporting feeding, dressing, and daily activities to enhance development.
Shadowing Student
Reliable Dental Care
Milford
09.2025 - 10.2025
- Gained hands-on experience with dental technology, including imaging equipment and software systems, enhancing understanding of clinical workflows.
- Observed patient interactions to learn effective communication techniques in healthcare settings.
- Shadowed dental professionals, gaining insights into patient examination and treatment processes.
- Adhered to all safety protocols while observing patient care activities in the clinical setting.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT05-2026
Skills
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Basic CPR training
- Patient education
- Dental software proficiency
- Infection control
- Radiography techniques
Clinical Rotations
Optimus Health Center-Dental Clinic | August 2025-September 2025
- Provided comprehensive dental hygiene care including assessments, scaling, and patient education in a high volume community setting.
- Collaborated with the healthcare team to deliver patient centered care, while effectively communicating with a diverse, bilingual patient population
University of New Haven Dental Hygiene Clinic | August 2024-May 2026
- Treated patients from diverse demographic backgrounds
- Developed strong clinical and critical thinking skills by managing patients care plans, documenting findings, and collaborating with faculty to ensure quality patient outcomes.
Yale-New Haven Hospital Dental Center | January 2026-February 2026
- Delivered dental hygiene care to pediatric patients
- Provided age appropriate oral hygiene education and treatment
Groton Naval Base Dental Clinic | February 2026-March 2026
- Provided preventative dental hygiene care to active duty military personnel
- Performed periodontal assessments and patient education in a military setting
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
BLS Certified
Professional Development
- Nutmeg Conference, April 2025
Timeline
Shadowing Student
Reliable Dental Care
09.2025 - 10.2025
Dental Hygiene Internship
University of New Haven
07.2025 - 07.2026
Babysitter
Daniel Glass
02.2023 - Current
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of New Haven