Kimberly M. Carlo
Green Cove Springs,FL
Summary
Professional dental hygienist with a solid background in patient/customer service looking to expand my skills into other opportunities and career viewpoints. Providing exceptional care for patients' as a dental hygienist and admissions specialist has been my life for past few years along with education and studies along the journey. The medical and dental health environments have made me knowledgeable in various aspects bringing valuable experience in addressing and resolving issues effectively. Along with a strong focus and team collaboration to be successful at achieving positive outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Jeffery R. Slotten, DDS
08.2022 - Current
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Apply fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Educate patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Screen patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gingival tissue.
- Deliver compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
- Administer local anesthesia to patients when needed.
Certified Registered Dental Hygienist
Tioga Dental & Orthodontics
05.2021 - 04.2023
- Capture patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Apply fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Educate patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Screen patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gingival tissue.
- Deliver compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
- Administer local anesthesia to patients when needed.
Admissions Specialist
UF Health Shands Cancer Hospital
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Responsible for the efficient gathering of accurate patient information for patient registrations in the emergency department.
- Responsible for the policies and procedures directly relating to patient liability, patient rights, advance directives, financial counseling, collection of payments, and patient signatures.
Admissions Assistant
Shands Live Oak Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Responsible for the efficient gathering of accurate patient information for patient registrations, including inpatient, outpatient, emergency department, lab referrals, radiology referrals, observation, clinics, and same day surgery.
- Responsible for the policies and procedures directly relating to patient liability, patient rights, advance directives, financial counseling, collection of payments, and patient signatures.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Receptionist/Medical Records Clerk
Advent Health Gynecology Oncology
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Responsible for greeting patients and entering patient information into the practice's designated system.
- Serving as a liaison between patients and medical support staff.
- Provided clerical support for the office by copying, faxing and filing documents.
- Assisted internal staff with clerical and administrative needs to maximize efficiency and team productivity.
- Answered telephone calls to field inquiries from patients, medical professionals, and various other callers seeking information and routing correspondence efficiently.
- Received and processed medical records requests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2023
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Administration
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2019
Associate of Arts -
Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FL12.2017
High School Diploma -
Suwannee High School
Live Oak, FL05.2017
Skills
- Bilingual Spanish/English (fluent)
- Radiographs - digital, film, interpretation
- Axium, Eaglesoft, & Dentrix Software Proficiency
- Time management
- Local Anesthetic Administration
- Organization skills
- Knowledge of dental law, ethics, and state practice act
- Document management
- Trained in OSHA standards, dental and medical emergencies
- Patient registration
- Medical billing
Certification
- Licensed Dental Hygienist in the State of Florida
- Certificate of Local Anesthesia
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - CPR
Timeline
Certified Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. Jeffery R. Slotten, DDS
08.2022 - Current
Certified Registered Dental Hygienist
Tioga Dental & Orthodontics
05.2021 - 04.2023
Admissions Specialist
UF Health Shands Cancer Hospital
08.2020 - 04.2021
Receptionist/Medical Records Clerk
Advent Health Gynecology Oncology
02.2019 - 05.2019
Admissions Assistant
Shands Live Oak Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
University of Florida
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Santa Fe College
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Administration
University of Central Florida
Associate of Arts -
Florida Gateway College
High School Diploma -
Suwannee High School
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