Sarah Johnston
Lavon,Texas
Summary
Dental hygienist skilled in patient relationship building and education. Empathetic and caring in all circumstances. Exceptional team-player who is always looking to challenge the status quo and improve. Looking forward to growing with your practice and helping you care for your patients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Dental Depot
McKinney, TX
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted dentist during various procedures preparing instruments, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Exposed radiographs; iTero scans and intraoral photographs.
Dental Surgical Assistant
Periodontics and Implant Center of McKinney
McKinney, TX
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and materials for periodontal procedures.
- Maintained sterilization protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance with health regulations.
- Supported dental surgeons during procedures by providing necessary tools and suctioning fluids.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and maintenance of oral hygiene practices.
Dental Assistant
Summit Point Dental Implant Center
McKinney, TX
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Sterilized instruments and maintained cleanliness of work areas to uphold safety standards.
- Supported dentists during procedures by providing necessary tools and materials promptly.
- Recorded patient information accurately in patient charts.
Dental Front Office
Implant and Perio Center of Kansas
Wichita, KS
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Maximized hygiene production through efficient scheduling.
- Streamlined patient experience through effective back-to-front office communication.
- Eased patient anxieties by responding to concerns, maintaining a positive attitude, and expressing empathy.
Service Manager
Olive Garden
Derby, KS
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Leader who created new systems for to-go ordering at the beginning of the pandemic.
- Team motivator and guest recovery expert.
- Hit quarterly targets for sales, expense management, and guest satisfaction.
- Trained service trainers and coached team members to provide exceptional service.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Collin College
McKinney, TX05-2026
No Degree - Pre Dental Hygiene
Butler Community College
El Dorado, KSNo Degree - Petroleum Engineering
University of Tulsa
Tulsa, OKSkills
- Local anesthesia infiltration administration
- Patient relationship building
- Patient education
- Sealant application
- iTero
- Equipment sterilization
- Dental radiography
- Eaglesoft
- Dentrix
- Carestack
- Open Dental
Accomplishments
- Fundraising co-chair within SCADHA at Collin College
- Has led teams of 10-40 people
- Marathon runner
Certification
- Local anesthesia infiltration administration
- Nitrous Oxide Monitoring
- Laser
- BLS
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Dental Depot
01.2024 - 08.2024
Dental Surgical Assistant
Periodontics and Implant Center of McKinney
09.2023 - 12.2023
Dental Assistant
Summit Point Dental Implant Center
01.2023 - 08.2023
Dental Front Office
Implant and Perio Center of Kansas
01.2021 - 01.2023
Service Manager
Olive Garden
07.2019 - 12.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Collin College
No Degree - Pre Dental Hygiene
Butler Community College
No Degree - Petroleum Engineering
University of Tulsa
Title
Dental Hygienist