Lexa Rainey
Hickory Flat,MS
Summary
Passionate Registered Dental Hygienist with significant experience in oral health maintenance and patient education. Adept at performing thorough cleanings, periodontal therapy, and advanced preventative care. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Reliable, skilled in using dental technology, and valued for excellent interpersonal communication.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Life Dental
Oxford, MS
10.2021 - Current
- Coordinate hygiene inventory management for 6 operatories by tracking supplies, placing orders and verifying receipt of items.
- Engage in continuous learning to stay updated on best practices and advancements in dental hygiene.
- Deliver compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
- Collaborate with large group dental team members to provide comprehensive care for patients, enhancing overall experience.
- Screen patients for signs of oral cancer during routine examinations using Oral ID technology promoting early detection and intervention when necessary.
- Enhance smiles with KoR Whitening System
- Educate patients on effective oral hygiene practices and preventative care techniques and providing products for each patient's oral care needs.
Registered Dental Hygienist
A Smile 4 U Family Dentistry
Oxford, MS
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Performed comprehensive dental cleanings and assessments to maintain patient oral health.
- Educated patients on effective oral hygiene practices and preventative care techniques.
- Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
- Operated dental equipment efficiently while adhering to safety protocols and infection control standards.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS05-2021
Skills
- Eaglesoft software proficiency
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral cancer screening using Oral ID technology
- Patient relationship building
- Supply management
- Intra-oral camera operations
- iTero scanner proficiency
- Tooth whitening using KoR
- Team collaboration
Certification
Local Anesthesia
CPR certified
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Life Dental
10.2021 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
A Smile 4 U Family Dentistry
06.2021 - 10.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Northeast Mississippi Community College