Nicole Garay
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Patient-oriented Dental Hygienist offering 5 years of experience in a high-volume dental office along with a demonstrated work history to include customer service. Expertise in screening patients for cancer and oral diseases, performing prophylaxis, and providing education on oral hygiene and health. Talented at working with diverse populations and personality types to provide a professional, welcoming and upbeat work environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Ben Archer Health Center
Las Cruces
08.2017 - Current
- Carried out dental services to include periodontal evaluation and maintenance, child and adult prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, application of fluoride and dental sealants to protect teeth from decay, and dental radiography.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Dentrix and Citrix Software.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing and brushing.
Bartender
Club 30
Las Cruces, NM
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Bartender
The Warehouse Bar
Las Cruces, NM
06.2016 - 03.2019
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Bartender
Graham Central Station
Las Cruces, NM
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Laboratory Technician
Molecular Physiology Lab- NMSU
Las Cruces, NM
01.2014 - 08.2014
- Assisted graduate and undergraduate researchers to improve overall knowledge and understanding of molecular vector physiology.
- Utilized lab techniques such as Western Blot, Southern Blot, Gel Extraction, TOPO Cloning, RNA Isolation, cDNA Synthesis and PCR.
- Maintained laboratory conditions and took care of mosquito cultures.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Doña Ana Community College
Las Cruces, NM05.2017
Master Of Science - Biology
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM08.2014
Bachelor Of Science - Biology
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05.2013
Bachelor Of Arts - Spanish
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05.2013
Skills
- Eaglesoft, Dentrix, and Citrix Software Proficiency
- Local Anesthetic Administration
- Biolase Diode Laser Systems (ALD Standard Level Certification)
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Nitrous Oxide
- BLS Provider
Timeline
Bartender
Club 30
06.2019 - 05.2022
Dental Hygienist
Ben Archer Health Center
08.2017 - Current
Bartender
The Warehouse Bar
06.2016 - 03.2019
Laboratory Technician
Molecular Physiology Lab- NMSU
01.2014 - 08.2014
Bartender
Graham Central Station
08.2012 - 06.2015
Associate Of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Doña Ana Community College
Master Of Science - Biology
New Mexico State University
Bachelor Of Science - Biology
New Mexico State University
Bachelor Of Arts - Spanish
New Mexico State University
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