Mayra King
Leland,NC
Summary
Caring and dedicated Registered Dental Hygienist with 7+ years of experience providing exceptional dental care to patients of all ages. Passionate about pediatric dentistry, creating a fun, positive, and comfortable dental experience for children while educating families on oral health. Skilled in building trust with young patients and helping to ease dental anxiety. Looking to join a pediatric dental office where I can make a difference in children’s oral health and contribute to a welcoming and supportive environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Atlantic Dental Group
01.2018 - Current
- Provide comprehensive dental hygiene care to patients of all ages, with a focus on educating patients about proper oral hygiene practices
- Perform routine dental cleanings, scaling, and root planing for periodontal therapy
- Take and review digital X-rays to identify signs of dental disease
- Apply fluoride treatments as needed
- Collaborate with dentists on patient care and treatment planning
- Build trust with pediatric and anxious patients for a positive experience.
- Maintain accurate records using Dentrix and Eaglesoft.
- Educate parents on post-treatment care and children's oral health.
- Enhance patient retention through excellent customer service.
- Manage hygiene inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders.
- Oral cancer screening through visual/manual exams
- Counsel patients on nutrition and effects on dental hygiene.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Brown & Associates
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Performed routine dental cleanings and provided preventative care education to patients
- Assisted dentists with exams and treatment procedures
- Educated patients on treatment plans and post-care instructions
- Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
- Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
Ophthalmic Assistant
Vision Square Eye Care
01.2015 - 08.2015
- Took fundus photos and retina scans for diagnostic purposes.
- Trained new ophthalmic assistants on proper techniques for conducting examinations, resulting in a more efficient clinical staff overall.
- Maintained compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding patient privacy while handling sensitive medical information daily.
- Supported ophthalmologists during surgical procedures by preparing patients for surgery, sterilizing instruments, and passing required tools efficiently.
Certifidd Nursing Assistant
Lifequest Disability Services
12.2011 - 11.2012
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding for pediatric patients.
- Monitored patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Trained to administer medication accordingly.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC05.2017
Skills
- Billingual (Spanish)
- Pediatric Dental Care
- Preventative Care Education
- Digital X-rays
- Orthodontic Hygiene Experience
- Patient Communication and education
- Software Proficiency (Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Micosoft Office Suite)
- Periodontal assessment
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Ultrasonic scaling
- OSHA and infection control adherence
- Intraoral imaging
Certification
- Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) – Active
- CPR Certification – American Heart Association
- Arestin Placement – Trained and experienced
Affiliations
- Member of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA)
- Member of the North Carolina Dental Hygienists Association (NCDHA)
Certifications and Licenses
- Registered Dental Hygiene License (RDH) - Active and Good standing
- CPR Certification - American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Atlantic Dental Group
01.2018 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Brown & Associates
07.2017 - 01.2018
Ophthalmic Assistant
Vision Square Eye Care
01.2015 - 08.2015
Certifidd Nursing Assistant
Lifequest Disability Services
12.2011 - 11.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Cape Fear Community College
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