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Patricia Cozby

Patricia Cozby

Dental Hygienist/ Phlebotomist
Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Professional with comprehensive experience in dental care, specializing in patient oral health and preventive treatments. Known for strong collaboration within teams and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring reliable performance and consistent results. Skilled in patient education, periodontal therapy, and use of advanced dental technology. Recognized for excellent patient rapport and keen eye for detail, contributing to positive and effective clinical environment.

Bale/Doneen preceptor and Phlebotomist.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Periodontal Therapist/ Dental Hygienist

Hardin Advanced Dentistry
08.2024 - Current

Provided high-quality dental therapy for every patient, utilizing Airflow technology and ultrasonic scaling.

  • Educated patients on salivary diagnostic testing and reviewing results.
  • Conducted thorough oral examinations to identify signs of periodontal disease, or other dental issues.
  • Administered local anesthesia and applied fluoride treatments as needed for patient comfort and oral health.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, including brushing, flossing, and dietary recommendations.

Patient Care Manager

Heart Attack & Stroke Prevention Center of Central Ohio
02.2019 - 07.2024
  • Responsible for managing patient care in this BaleDoneen-centered practice, the first of its kind with a cardiologist and dentist all under one roof. Managing patient care, as well as completing lab draws and communication between practitioners and patients, were primary duties, in addition to scheduling and creating events for CIMT scans.
  • Acquired phlebotomy licensure to perform blood draws in the office.
  • Educated the patient on the oral-systemic connection with regard to their health.
  • Managed all inquiries incoming to practice average 10 to 20 per say.
  • Scheduled appointments. Created events for CIMT scans both in office and for other practices.

Periodontal Therapist

Complete Health Dentistry of Columbus Ohio
08.2016 - 02.2019
  • As a periodontal therapist, I implemented oral systemic protocols for all patients through salivary diagnostic testing, providing better outcomes post-scaling and root planing. I educated patients on the oral/systemic connection.
  • Thoroughly gather and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients in order to connect systemic conditions with oral conditions.
  • Acquired Bale/Doneen Preceptor accreditation.

Dental Hygienist

Lemmerman Periodontics, Cincinnati OH
01.2000 - 01.2016
  • Gathered and recorded medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients. Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and prevention of dental disease. Gently and skillfully administered local anesthetic for better patient comfort during scale & root plane procedures.
  • Provided full periodontal maintenance with communication to referring dental providers.
  • Performed scaling and root planing on patients. Administering local anesthetic for patient comfort.

Education

Associate Degree - Dental Hygiene

University of Cincinnati, Blue Ash
Blue Ash
06.1991

Associate of Science - Dental Assisting

Washtenaw Community College
Ypsilanti MI
06.1986

Skills

  • Periodontal therapy
  • Oral/Systemic health
  • Phlebotomy
  • Practice management
  • BaleDoneen Preceptor
  • Next Level practice management trained
  • DHE trained hygienist
  • AAOSH Member
  • Patient education
  • Local anesthesia administration
  • Salivary diagnostic testing
  • Phlebotomy techniques

Certification

  • Licensed Dental Hygienist 1991
  • Phlebotomist 2020
  • Bale Doneen Preceptor 2017


LANGUAGE

English

Timeline

Periodontal Therapist/ Dental Hygienist

Hardin Advanced Dentistry
08.2024 - Current

Patient Care Manager

Heart Attack & Stroke Prevention Center of Central Ohio
02.2019 - 07.2024

Periodontal Therapist

Complete Health Dentistry of Columbus Ohio
08.2016 - 02.2019

Dental Hygienist

Lemmerman Periodontics, Cincinnati OH
01.2000 - 01.2016

Associate Degree - Dental Hygiene

University of Cincinnati, Blue Ash

Associate of Science - Dental Assisting

Washtenaw Community College
Patricia CozbyDental Hygienist/ Phlebotomist