Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
HONORS AWARDS
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McKell Cottrell

McKell Cottrell

Arlington Heights,IL

Summary

I am seeking a full-time position as a dental hygienist who not only provides oral health therapy and bright smiles, but understanding the deeper connection between oral health and overall well-being. A healthy mouth is not just about esthetics, but it is about ensuring patients can live their lives to the fullest, free from discomfort and disease.

Overview

1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Herman Salzberg D.M.D
Palatine, IL
03.2025 - Current
  • Performed comprehensive dental cleanings, scaling and root planings, periomaintenance, probe depths and sealant applications. Interpretation in standard xrays and panoramic radiographs.
  • Educated patients on preventive dental practices and provided personalized oral hygiene instructions.
  • Applied local anesthetic and nitrous oxide to facilitate periodontal therapy and restorative procedures.
  • Utilized dental software knowledge (Dentrix) to maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
  • Adhered to updated infection control protocols to ensure safety and compliance standards to both staff and patients.
  • Shared responsibility of sterilizer spore testing, cold sterile change, flushing chairside lines, item itinerary and product inventory.
  • Collaborated with dentists to develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs as well as created treatment plans for patients.
  • Scheduled recall appointments and treatments.
  • Contact: Dr. Herman Salzberg | (847) 727-1124

Registered Dental Hygienist

Aura Family Dental
Wheeling, IL
09.2024 - Current
  • Performed comprehensive dental cleanings, scaling and root planings, periomaintenance, probe depths and sealant applications. Interpretation of standard xrays and panoramic radiographs.
  • Educated patients on preventive dental practices and provided personalized oral hygiene instructions.
  • Applied local anesthetic and nitrous oxide to facilitate periodontal therapy and restorative procedures.
  • Utilized dental software knowledge (Curve) to maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
  • Adhered to updated infection control protocols to ensure safety and compliance standards to both staff and patients.
  • Collaborated with dentists to develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs as well as created treatment plans for patients.
  • Collaborated with dentists to develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs. Curated and presented treatment plans to patients ensuring informed consent of treatment plans.
  • Contact: Dr. Juan Abadia | (224) 715-7365

Registered Dental Hygienist

Lakemoor Dental
Lakemoor, IL
09.2024 - 08.2025
  • Worked at several Illinois locations: Arlington Heights, Lakemoor, McHenry, Hainesville, Elk Grove, Round Lake Beach.
  • Performed comprehensive dental cleanings, scaling and root planings, periodontal maintenance and sealant applications.
  • Educated patients on preventive dental practices and provided personalized oral hygiene instructions.
  • Applied local anesthetia and nitrous oxide to facilitate periodontal therapy and restorative procedures.
  • Utilized dental software knowledge (Dentrix Ascend) to maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
  • Adhered to updated infection control protocols to ensure safety and compliance standards to both staff and patients.
  • Collaborated with dentists to develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs as well as created treatment plans for patients.
  • Scheduled recall appointments and treatments.
  • Contact: Missy | (815) 403-9128

Clinical Rotation Experience

Southern Illinois University (SIU)
Jackson County & Williamson County, IL
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • Completed a 16-week, 155 hour clinical internship of practical experience.

Rotation Sites:

  • Dental Sealant Grant Program
  • SIU Head Start Varnish Program
  • SIU Community Dental Center
  • Shawnee Dental Health

Podiatric Assistant

The Foot and Ankle Studio
Palatine, IL
06.2013 - 08.2023
  • Assisting podiatrists' in examining and treating patients, including preparing examination rooms, sterilizing equipment, radiographs and ensuring patient comfort
  • Taking patient medical histories, recording vital signs, and documenting patient information accurately in Kareo computer program
  • Weekly cleanings of the building, treatment rooms, autoclave. Itinerary of medical supplies, organization of office supplies throughout treatment rooms
  • Performing general administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, responding to patient inquiries, and maintaining patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Assisting in the fabrication, modification, and fitting of custom orthotic devices, including foot orthoses, shoe inserts, and braces based on podiatrist's prescriptions and patient needs
  • Contact: Dr. Mary Olszewski | (847) 927-0939

Education

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

Southern Illinois University (SIU)
Carbondale, IL
05-2024

Associate in Arts and Science - undefined

Harper College
Palatine, IL
05-2021

Affiliations

  • Student American Dental Hygienists' Association (SADHA) (Aug 2021 - May 2024)
  • American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) (Aug 2021 - May 2024)
  • Illinois Dental Hygienists' Association (IDHA) (Aug 2021 - May 2024)
  • Class of 2024 President, Event Organizer, Transaction Bookkeeping
  • Honors Society (Aug 2021 - May 2024) GPA: 4.0/4.0

Certification

  • CPR/AED (July 2023 - Present) Certified by American Red Cross
  • Community Dental Health Coordinator (May 2023 - Present) Southern Illinois University (SIU)
  • Nitrous Oxide (April 2023 - Present) Southern Illinois University (SIU)
  • Local Anesthesia (April 2023 - Present) Southern Illinois University (SIU)
  • HIPAA/OSHA Training (Aug 2021 - Present) Southern Illinois University (SIU)

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dr. Herman Salzberg D.M.D
03.2025 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

Aura Family Dental
09.2024 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

Lakemoor Dental
09.2024 - 08.2025

Clinical Rotation Experience

Southern Illinois University (SIU)
05.2023 - 05.2024

Podiatric Assistant

The Foot and Ankle Studio
06.2013 - 08.2023

Associate in Arts and Science - undefined

Harper College

Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene

Southern Illinois University (SIU)

HONORS AWARDS

Deans' List at Southern Illinois University (SIU) Spring 2022, Fall 2022, and Fall 2023
McKell Cottrell