Compassionate and motivated Registered Dental Hygienist and recent Remington College graduate. Skilled in periodontal assessments, radiographs, prophylaxis, patient education, local anesthesia, and infection control. Experienced in orthodontic assisting, patient communication, and teamwork. Committed to providing comfortable, safe, and quality patient care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Clover Health Care
Auburn, ME
05.2016 - 05.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Provided direct patient care to geriatric patients
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding
Provided compassionate care while maintaining patient dignity and comfort.
Observed patients for changes in condition and communicated concerns appropriately
Worked as part of a healthcare team to provide safe and respectful patient care
Orthodontic Assistant
Southern Maine orthodontics
Portland, Maine
02.2020 - 03.2023
Assisted with orthodontic procedures, including archwire and bracket placement/removal.
Performed intraoral scans and maintained digital orthodontic records.
Educated patients and families on orthodontic appliances and oral hygiene.
Provided compassionate patient care and effective communication.
Collaborated with the dental team while maintaining a clean, organized, and infection controlled environment.
Dental Hygiene Student Clinician
Remington College - Dental Hygiene Clinic
Provided preventive dental hygiene care to patients under clinical supervision.
Completed medical and dental history reviews and updated patient information.
Performed periodontal assessments, probing, charting, and risk assessments.
Provided adult prophylaxis, scaling, and periodontal maintenance procedures.
Exposed and evaluated dental radiographs according to clinical guidelines.
Administered local anesthesia under appropriate clinical supervision and protocols.
Provided fluoride treatments and individualized oral hygiene instruction.
Educated patients about periodontal disease, caries prevention, nutrition, home-care techniques, and preventive treatment.
Maintained accurate and thorough clinical documentation.
Followed infection-control procedures and maintained a safe and organized clinical environment.
Built positive relationships with patients while helping them feel comfortable during treatment.
Education
Associate - Dental Hygiene
Remington College
Nashville, TN
06-2025
Skills
Patient-centered care
Compassionate and approachable
Strong communication skills
Team-oriented
Dependable and organized
Detail-oriented
Comfortable working with diverse patient populations