NILAM PATEL
Houston,TX
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Dental Hygienist with 3 year of experience providing high-quality preventive dental care, patient education, and support in dental practices. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the Dental Hygienist role at your company.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Jefferson Dental and orthodontics
Houston, TX
12.2021 - 08.2024
- Assessed oral health conditions, MDSH findings, interpreted x-ray results to diagnose periodontal health. Additionally, provided patient education, and post-opt instructions, and recorded accurate clinical documentation.
- Managed higher patient volumes while consistently delivering high-quality care.
- Confirmed patient appointments using podium messages and phone calls to optimize patient flow.
- Maximized treatment conversions through patient education, utilizing overjet and Itero scans, along with adjunctive treatment of Arestin antibiotic and laser therapy.
- Optimized patient satisfaction and experience through the application of insurance knowledge, enabling effective communication and personalized payment planning.
- Audit schedule for future appointments, generate EOD reports, and expert with Dentrix and Eaglesoft software.
- Collaborated with a team to deliver the highest level of patient care, maintain a positive work environment, and develop strong leadership abilities.
Volunteer Student Clinician
Give Kids A Smile
Houston, TX
09.2021
- Collaborated with team members to ensure completion of x-rays and other duties
- Provided community services to scheduled patients by cleaning, polishing, and applying fluoride varnish.
Volunteer
Give Kids A Smile
Houston, TX
12.2019
- Collaborated with patients and their guardians, guiding them through the completion of MDSH forms and effectively organizing event schedules.
Education
Associate degree - Dental Hygiene
PIMA MEDICAL INSTITUTE
Houston, TX10.2021
Skills
- Patient education and counseling
- Excellent communication
- Team-oriented
- Time management
- Leadership skills
- Bilingual
Certification
- BLS certified
- Laser certified
- Nitrous certified
- Arestin administration
- OSHA and HIPAA certified
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Jefferson Dental and orthodontics
12.2021 - 08.2024
Volunteer Student Clinician
Give Kids A Smile
09.2021
Volunteer
Give Kids A Smile
12.2019
Associate degree - Dental Hygiene
PIMA MEDICAL INSTITUTE
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