Maria Houmiel
Triangle Family Dentistry
Ogdensburg,NY
4
years of professional experience
Healthcare professional with an Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene and Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, currently completing specialized education in cancer registry/oncology data. Experienced in reviewing patient medical histories, documenting clinical findings, interpreting diagnostic information, maintaining accurate patient records, and communicating with healthcare professionals. Detail-oriented and experienced with electronic healthcare software, patient confidentiality, and accurate clinical documentation. Seeking to transition into oncology data abstraction and cancer registry work.
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
1 Year- Reviewed patient medical histories, clinical findings, radiographs, and periodontal records to identify relevant health information and determine treatment needs.
- Accurately documented patient assessments, clinical findings, treatment recommendations, and procedures in electronic dental records.
- Interpreted diagnostic information, including digital radiographs and clinical examination findings, and communicated relevant findings with dentists and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintained accurate and confidential patient records in accordance with privacy and professional standards.
- Educated patients regarding diagnoses, treatment recommendations, and preventive care while communicating complex health information clearly.
- Collaborated with dentists, dental assistants, and administrative staff to coordinate patient care and maintain accurate documentation.
- Utilized MacPractice, Dentrix, and Dexis electronic healthcare/dental software for patient records, documentation, scheduling, and diagnostic imaging.
Orthodontic Assistant
8 Months- Maintained accurate patient records and documented treatment-related information.
- Obtained and processed diagnostic X-rays and patient photographs.
- Assisted providers with clinical procedures while maintaining patient safety, privacy, and infection-control standards.
- Coordinated patient appointments and communicated with patients and clinical staff.
Education
Health Information Management, Cancer Registry
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Skills
Medical Record Review
Clinical Documentation
Medical Terminology
Anatomy & Physiology
Patient Data Management
Electronic Health Records
Diagnostic Imaging/Radiographs
Data Accuracy & Quality Control
Patient Confidentiality
Healthcare Documentation
Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365
Database & Healthcare Software
Clinical Communication
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Triangle Family Dentistry
07.2020 - 07.2021Read More
Orthodontic Assistant
Triangle Orthodontics
02.2017 - 10.2017Read More
Hutchinson Community College
Health Information Management, Cancer Registry
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Wayne Community College
Associate of Science from Dental Hygiene
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State University of New York At Potsdam
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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