Stephanie Riley
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Experienced Dental Hygienist with over 27 years of expertise in all aspects of treatment, including dental prophylaxis, periodontal therapy and patient management. Effective communicator with success in teaching patients about oral hygiene and care. Knowledgeable in identifying oral health issues, like tooth decay and oral cancer, in early stages and communicating findings to dentists for further evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr Jeff Lemon, DMD
03.2017 - 07.2023
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, dietary choices and preventative care strategies
- Utilized Dentrix software system and digital x-rays in compliance with HIPPA regulations
- Led EHR system development, enhancing data accuracy and reducing claim denials
- Performed comprehensive dental cleanings and periodontal therapy on patients of all ages, including pediatrics and complex periodontal cases
- Regularly administered local anesthesia for the dentist
- Conducted patient assessments, including vital signs and reviewing medical health histories to ensure safe and effective treatment
- Led system optimization projects, refining data flow and enhancing patient record accuracy across multiple platforms
- Thorough understanding of dental hygiene practices, patient assessment and the ability to work effectively within a team-orientated environment
- Collaborated with the dentists and other staff members to develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs
- Assisted in the management of the dental clinic’s systems, ensuring smooth operations and patient flow
Dental Hygienist
Dr John Walker, DDS
05.2013 - 03.2016
- Implemented new electronic health records from paper charts and trained the staff on proper use
- Assigned Alpha-Numeric codes following CDT Guidelines after ensuring clinical records were complete and compliant
- Followed strict HIPPA practices
- Performed dental cleanings, scaling and root planning procedures
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventative dental care
- Administered local anesthetic for the dentist on a regular basis
- Maintained patient confidentiality and information security and kept track of their data over multiple visits
- Reviewed all patient records preceding appointments to have a full understanding of the patients history, questions and ongoing treatment plans to be as educated and responsive as possible when working directly with patient
Dental Hygienist/Restorative Hygienist
Dr Anthony Hewlett, DDS
05.2003 - 05.2013
- Effectively searched the patient health record to find documentation justifying code assignment based on an expanded knowledge of the organization and structure of the patient health record
- Regularly placed and finished amalgam and composite fillings
- Performed regular periodontal therapy on complex periodontal cases
- Utilized computer system and software applications to code, abstract, record and transmit data
- Maintained knowledge of regulatory and policy requirements affecting procedures to stay compliant
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in [Software].
- 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.
- Made and confirmed appointments to promote necessary follow-up care to maintain dental health.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and nutrition and provided instructions for brushing, flossing and other preventive care.
- Worked with dentists in developing and implementing personalized care plans for dental patients.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Conducted patient interviews and gathered patient medical and dental histories, adding to dental charts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA06-1995
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Shoreline Community College
Shoreline, WA06-1997
Skills
- Dentrix, Softdent, Curve, Eaglesoft
- Local anesthesia
- Nitrous oxide
- Attention to detail
- Ability to connect with people
- Compassionate
- Digital radiography
- Local anesthesia administration, Oraqix anesthetic expertise
- Caries assessment
- Periodontal evaluation
- Periodontal treatment
- Local anesthetics use
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Intra-oral camera operations
- Dental disease management
Certification
- Certified Professional Coder, American Academy of Professional Coders
- Nutrition Fitness Specialist, National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Certified Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine
References
- Dr Jeff Lemon, DMD, Lemon Family Dental, jeff@freshlocalsmiles.com, 360.789.5120
- Dr Elissa Maynard, DDS, Russell, Bode, Maynard Inc., elissakjohnson@gmail.com, 253.691.7838
- Erin Renecker, Supervisor, Lemon Family Dental, erinalissa63@gmail.com, 360.561.7388
**Additional references available on request.
**I strongly encourage you to reach out to my former colleagues and supervisors for a first hand conversation regarding my skills, work ethic, patient care and quality of character.
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr Jeff Lemon, DMD
03.2017 - 07.2023
Dental Hygienist
Dr John Walker, DDS
05.2013 - 03.2016
Dental Hygienist/Restorative Hygienist
Dr Anthony Hewlett, DDS
05.2003 - 05.2013
- Certified Professional Coder, American Academy of Professional Coders
- Nutrition Fitness Specialist, National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Certified Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Western Washington University
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Shoreline Community College
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