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Kristen Doyle

Dental Hygienist
Drums,Pennsylvania

Summary

Passionate Dental Hygienist excited to take next career step in rewarding Dental Hygienist Supervisor role. Offering more than 19 years experience in preventive dental care. Skilled in developing oral health programs and patient education programs. Patient-focused and quick to build long-term relationships with patients and colleagues. Organized Dental Receptionist providing detailed customer service and scheduling support. Well-versed liaison between patients, dentist and insurance providers, coding appropriately and managing coverage plans.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Steven Nicholson
Hazleton , PA
02.2020 - Current
  • Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data. Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
  • Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
  • Cared for patients with special needs by providing education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.
  • Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits and outlined pricing details for procedures and services. Correcting invoice errors allowing for hundreds of dollars in payment to be collected.
  • Scheduled, rescheduled and cancelled appointments for dental patients.
  • Greeted visitors and patients to determine needs, check appointments and direct accordingly.

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Michael Weiss
Hazleton , PA
08.2002 - 02.2020

While employed with Dr. Weiss I practiced on a full time basis. I gained experience working with children, mixed dentition, medically compromised, and periodontally involved patients.

  • Carried out advanced dental cleaning services on a full time basis.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
  • Assisted as needed both office and chairside.

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Anthony D'Angelo
Hazleton, PA
06.2002 - 08.2002
  • Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for optimal homecare.
  • Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • While employed with Dr D'Angelo I practiced on a part time basis.

Education

Associates On Applied Science Degree - Dental Hygiene

Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, Pa
05.2002

Skills

  • Periodontal Evaluation
  • Documenting Patient History
  • Stain Removal
  • Clinical and interpersonal skill sets
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Sealant application
  • Medical office administration
  • Insurance claims
  • Medical billing and coding
  • Prophylaxis

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Steven Nicholson
02.2020 - Current

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Michael Weiss
08.2002 - 02.2020

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Anthony D'Angelo
06.2002 - 08.2002

Associates On Applied Science Degree - Dental Hygiene

Luzerne County Community College
Kristen DoyleDental Hygienist