Lindsay McDonough
Lino lakes,MN
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Dental Hygienist with extensive experience at HealthPartners, excelling in periodontal therapy and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective relationship building and personalized care plans. Skilled in infection control and digital radiographs, committed to improving oral health outcomes and mentoring new hygienists.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Dental Hygienist
HealthPartners
Arden Hills, MN
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Trained in Epic electronic charting.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Trained in Cadi Xray software.
- Trained in Epic electronic charting software.
- Nitrous Oxide administration.
Licensed Dental Hygienist
Roseville Family Dental Care
Roseville, MN
08.2019 - 11.2024
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within the field of dental hygiene.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Utilized advanced digital radiography techniques to capture high-quality images for diagnostic purposes.
- Promoted a welcoming environment by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, leading to increased patient satisfaction rates.
- Applied fluoride treatments to strengthen tooth enamel and prevent cavities in both children and adults.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex conditions.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene and care to prevent future dental issues.
- Trained in Patterson Eaglesoft software.
Licensed Dental Hygienist
Red Oak Family Dentistry
Lake Elmo, MN
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within the field of dental hygiene.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Utilized advanced digital radiography techniques to capture high-quality images for diagnostic purposes.
- Promoted a welcoming environment by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, leading to increased patient satisfaction rates.
- Trained with Nomad Xray system.
- Trained in Open Dental eletronic charting.
- Nitrous Oxide Administration.
Waitress
House Of Wong
Roseville, MN
05.2002 - 03.2020
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Experience with managing and scheduling.
Licensed Dental Hygienist
HealthPartners
Coon Rapids, MN
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Experience with Epic dental software.
- Experience with Cadi Xray software.
Licensed Dental Hygienist
HealthPartners
Bloomington, MN
03.2016 - 06.2018
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Experience with Epic dental software.
- Xray with Cadi Xray software.
- Nitrous Oxide administration
Licensed Dental Hygienist
Metro Dentalcare
Blaine Pheasant Ridge, MN
11.2011 - 03.2016
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Radiation Safety officer.
- Nitrous Oxide Administration
- Trained in Improvis Dental charting.
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
- Conducted oral cancer screenings during routine dental exams, resulting in early detection of potential issues.
- Utilized advanced digital radiography techniques to capture high-quality images for diagnostic purposes.
- Promoted a welcoming environment by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, leading to increased patient satisfaction rates.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and Task.
Education
PSEO - Dental Assistant
NE Metro 916
White Bear Lake, MNAssociate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Herzing University
Crystal, MN09.2010
Diploma - Dental Assistant
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN06.2006
Roseville Area High School
Roseville, MN2005
Skills
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Periodontal therapy
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral cancer screening
- Patient relationship building
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Digital radiographs
- Treatment Planning
- Fluoride treatments
- Anesthetic administration
- Nitrous Oxide administration
Timeline
Licensed Dental Hygienist
HealthPartners
01.2024 - Current
Licensed Dental Hygienist
Red Oak Family Dentistry
11.2021 - 05.2023
Licensed Dental Hygienist
Roseville Family Dental Care
08.2019 - 11.2024
Licensed Dental Hygienist
HealthPartners
06.2018 - 08.2019
Licensed Dental Hygienist
HealthPartners
03.2016 - 06.2018
Licensed Dental Hygienist
Metro Dentalcare
11.2011 - 03.2016
Waitress
House Of Wong
05.2002 - 03.2020
PSEO - Dental Assistant
NE Metro 916
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Herzing University
Diploma - Dental Assistant
Century College
Roseville Area High School