Patient-focused Licensed Dental Hygienist knowledgeable in dental radiography, prophylaxis, aseptic techniques and patient education. Team-oriented with success in building strong long-term relationships with colleagues and patients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
University Pediatric Dentistry
Buffalo, NY
05.2022 - Current
Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
Bus Driver
Cedar Bus Company
Buffalo, NY
2018 - 05.2022
Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
Maintained daily logs of vehicle inspections, trips, hours worked and other pertinent information.
Inspected vehicles prior to each shift for mechanical defects or malfunctions.
Greeted customers in a friendly manner when boarding the bus.
Assisted elderly or disabled passengers with boarding and disembarking from the bus.
Provided courteous customer service while answering questions regarding routes and schedules.
Operated wheelchair lifts as needed to assist passengers with special needs onto the bus safely.
Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.