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Rebekah Fisher

McDonald,TN

Summary

Organized and detail-oriented Dental Hygienist versed in instructing patients on proper dental hygiene techniques to maintain optimal oral health. Highly skilled in prophylaxis, soft tissue management, scaling and root planning, placing pit and fissure sealants, digital x-rays, patient education, and much more.

Skilled Patient Care Coordinator with knowledge including but not limited to: scheduling patients, checking patients in and out, treatment planning, insurance claims, posting insurance payments, and collections.

Self motivated, easy going and friendly. Enjoys a fun and drama free work environment.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

Doyle Family Dentistry
05.2020 - Current
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Software.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Cared for patients with special needs by providing individualized services, including education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and Task.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
  • Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach and positive rapport development.

Registered Dental Hygienist

KidsKare Family Dentistry
01.2017 - 05.2020
  • Removed soft and hard deposits, cleaned and polished teeth
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene
  • Assisted dentists during emergency dental situations
  • Applied fluoride and pit or fissure sealants
  • Introduced advanced tooth cleaning procedures to office
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions or disease
  • Upheld patient confidentiality
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records
  • Continuously developed knowledge through continuing education and seminars
  • Successfully completed OSHA, ADA and HIPAA compliance trainings
  • Sharpened and sterilized dental instruments
  • Examined gums with probes, and identified periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease
  • Skillfully used hand instruments, ultrasonic cavitron inserts and prophy handpieces to remove hard deposits and stains from teeth

Registered Dental Hygienist and Patient Care Coordinator

Dr. Mark Pike DMD
06.2008 - 08.2016

Dr Pike's employee as a hygienist and patient coordinator. Splitting time between front office duties and seeing hygiene patients.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Brenda Palmer DDS
08.2006 - 05.2008

Registered Dental Hygienist

Daniel O'Brien DDS
06.2004 - 07.2006

Registered Dental Hygienist

Presidio Of Monterey Dental Clinic
07.2003 - 05.2004

Registered Dental Hygienist

Diane Fillman DDS
07.2001 - 05.2003

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Chattanooga State Technical Community College
Chattanooga, TN
2001

Undergraduate Studies - Social Work

Southern Adventist University
Chattanooga, TN
1999

Skills

  • Dental Radiography certificate
  • Syringes and anesthetics knowledge
  • Gentle patient care
  • Organized file management
  • Detailed patient histories
  • Superior customer service
  • Instrumentation familiarity
  • Radiation Health and Safety (RHS)
  • Coronal Polish (CP)
  • Topical anesthetic (TA)
  • Patient education
  • Oral cancer screenings
  • Keeping patients comfortable
  • Prophylaxis
  • Fluoride treatments
  • Full mouth radiographs
  • Eaglesoft
  • Nutrition counseling
  • Adult tooth charting
  • Pediatric care

Professional Licenses and Certifications

  • New Mexico Dental Hygiene License 2016-2021
  • North Carolina Dental Hygiene License 2008-current
  • Tennessee Dental Hygiene License 2001-current
  • Ohio Dental Hygiene License 2004-2010

References

DENTAL FIELD

Dr Callie Doyle. DMD, employer

Doyle Family Dentistry

5564 Little Debbie Parkway, Suite 120

Ooltewah, TN 37363

(423) 490-7676

email: Dr.Doyle@doylefamilydentistry.com

Dr. Sherry He DMD, employer

Kidskare Family Dentistry

600 Texas St C

Clovis, NM 88101

(801) 635-8806

email: wechillin@gmail.com

Dr. Joseph Park DMD, employer

Kidskare Family Dentistry

600 Texas St C

Clovis, NM 88101

(562) 706-7704

email: jorasic@gmail.com

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Doyle Family Dentistry
05.2020 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

KidsKare Family Dentistry
01.2017 - 05.2020

Registered Dental Hygienist and Patient Care Coordinator

Dr. Mark Pike DMD
06.2008 - 08.2016

Registered Dental Hygienist

Brenda Palmer DDS
08.2006 - 05.2008

Registered Dental Hygienist

Daniel O'Brien DDS
06.2004 - 07.2006

Registered Dental Hygienist

Presidio Of Monterey Dental Clinic
07.2003 - 05.2004

Registered Dental Hygienist

Diane Fillman DDS
07.2001 - 05.2003

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Chattanooga State Technical Community College

Undergraduate Studies - Social Work

Southern Adventist University
Rebekah Fisher