Kendall Davis
Bushland,TX
Summary
Licensed Dental Hygienist with 17 years of experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced clinical settings. Skilled in patient assessment, infection control, health education, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Seeking to leverage clinical experience and strong communication skills to pursue a degree in nursing.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Belpree Dental
Amarillo, Texas
10.2018 - Current
- Assess oral and systemic health indicators and communicate findings to dentists for diagnosis and treatment planning
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, disease prevention, and post-treatment care
- Maintain strict adherence to infection control and sterilization protocols
- Trained and mentored new hygienists
- Helped implement new systems or protocols
Dental Hygienist
Clark Dental Group
Cedar Hill, Texas
02.2013 - 05.2018
- Transitioned from a public health setting to a high-volume private practice, adapting to a fast-paced clinical environment
- Provided comprehensive preventive dental care for a diverse patient population, consistently managing a full daily schedule in a high-volume practice
- Delivered individualized patient education to improve oral hygiene practices and long-term health outcomes
- Collaborated closely with dentists and clinical staff to ensure efficient workflow and continuity of care
Dental Hygienist
North Central Texas Community Healthcare Center
Wichita Falls, Texas
05.2009 - 02.2013
- Provided care to underserved pediatric populations in a mobile dental clinic
- Delivered preventive services and education in community-based settings
- Adapted care approaches for high-need and limited-access populations
- Built strong patient relationships through effective communication, helping reduce anxiety and improve treatment adherence
Education
Prerequisites
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TexasBachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TXPrerequisites -
Vernon College
Vernon, TexasSkills
- Texas Dental Hygiene License, Current
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Current
- HIPAA & OSHA Certified (Infection Control, Safety Training)
- Continuing Education (Annual Requirements Maintained)
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Belpree Dental
10.2018 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Clark Dental Group
02.2013 - 05.2018
Dental Hygienist
North Central Texas Community Healthcare Center
05.2009 - 02.2013
Prerequisites
Amarillo College
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
Midwestern State University
Prerequisites -
Vernon College
Relevant Clinical Experience
- Delivered direct patient care by performing clinical assessments, monitoring oral and systemic health indicators, and identifying conditions requiring further intervention
- Provided individualized patient education on disease prevention, treatment compliance, and health maintenance, improving patient outcomes
- Utilized diagnostic tools to gather patient data and support clinical decision-making while maintaining strict safety protocols
- Adhered to strict infection control and sterilization protocols in compliance with healthcare safety standards
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to support clinical procedures and ensure efficient patient care delivery
- Managed care for 10+ patients daily, including pediatric and geriatric populations, adapting communication and care approaches to meet diverse needs