LaRee Smith
Dental Hygienist
Summary
A diligent and dedicated Dental Hygienist with a recent graduation from Clark College's Dental Hygiene program, seeking a rewarding opportunity in a periodontal office where I can leverage my expertise in scaling and root planing to contribute to the provision of exceptional periodontal care. Passionate about promoting optimal oral health and committed to delivering personalized patient-centered care, I am eager to apply my technical skills and knowledge to support the mission and success of your periodontal practice.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Surgery Manager
Narrows Eye Surgery Center
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed Inventory, to include: purchasing of all surgical equipment used by the Surgery Center; was responsible for the processing of instruments from decontamination to sterile processing and managing surgical inventory. Coordinated with department leads on the logistics of the surgery center.
- In addition to being the Surgery Manager, I was also responsible for all the traditional duties that a Surgical Technologist would assume in the operations of the center.
Surgical Technologist
Mason General Hospital
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care before, during, and after surgery.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
Traveling Surgical Technologist
TRS Healthcare
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Work directly under the supervision of the Physician and Clinical Supervisor to facilitate the safe and effective performance of invasive surgical procedures.
- Ensure that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Clark College
Vancouver, WA 07.2020 - 06.2024
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Community Care College
Tulsa, OK 06.2011 - 06.2012
Certification
Washington State Dental Hygiene License
Timeline
Oregon State Dental Hygiene License
08-2024
Washington State Dental Hygiene License
07-2024
AHA BLS CPR
09-2023
American Dental Hygiene Association
07-2022
Washington State Dental Hygiene Association
07-2022
Surgery Manager
Narrows Eye Surgery Center
01.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Clark College
07.2020 - 06.2024
Surgical Technologist
Mason General Hospital
07.2020 - 10.2020
Traveling Surgical Technologist
TRS Healthcare
12.2019 - 02.2020
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Community Care College
06.2011 - 06.2012
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