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Tara Garipoli

Point Pleasant

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with over 30 years of experience in dental care, patient advocacy, and administrative operations. A veteran dental hygienist recognized for leadership, compassion, and clinical expertise, with over 25 years of hands-on experience managing dental insurance billing, coding, and prior authorizations. Known for mentoring new professionals, guiding patients with empathy, and excelling in fast-paced environments. Skilled at building trust, fostering teamwork, and navigating complex systems to deliver efficient, high-quality care and service.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ESL Tutor

ALO7 - Ivy League Learning Group
01.2019 - 10.2021
  • Tutor English as a second language, online, to Chinese students ages 3-16.
  • Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
  • Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.

Registered Dental Hygienist

OVP Healthcare
02.2021 - 09.2024
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Capably performed prophylaxis in absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and and preventing periodontal disease.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Bush & Mason Family Dentistry
03.2012 - 03.2014
  • Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing, brushing and preventing periodontal disease.
  • Cared for patients with special needs by providing education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.
  • Made and confirmed appointments to promote necessary follow-up care to maintain dental health.
  • Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
  • Took and interpreted X-rays to identify cavities, impacted teeth and other dental issues.

Dental Hygienist

Valley Health
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in multiple dental software programs.
  • Interpreted patients dental radiographs.
  • Coordinated hygiene inventory management by tracking supplies, placing orders and verifying receipt of items.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on dental equipment and resolved malfunctions by troubleshooting.

Interim Dental Hygienist

01.2001 - Current
  • Substituted for short-term and long-term jobs in the state of North Carolina, West Virginia and Ohio.

Adjunct Faculty Instructor

Forsyth Technical Community College
07.2009 - 06.2011
  • Clinical and didactic instruction in radiology lab, infection control, dental emergencies, practice management, dental health education, dental materials and dental clinical instruction.
  • Collaborated with other faculty members to develop curriculum materials and resources.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to promote critical thinking about instructional topics.
  • Developed lesson plans to guide student instruction.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Grove City Family Dentistry
03.2025 - Current
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in Patterson Eaglesoft.
  • Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
  • Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.

Education

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - DENTAL HYGIENE

West Virginia University School of Dentistry
01.2000

Skills

  • Over three decades in dental practice
  • Typing proficiency at 60 WPM
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Dental disease treatment
  • Treatment Planning
  • Regulatory compliance

Certification

  • WV dental hygiene license, #2326
  • OH dental hygiene license, 31.010532
  • Current CPR certification

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Grove City Family Dentistry
03.2025 - Current

Registered Dental Hygienist

OVP Healthcare
02.2021 - 09.2024

ESL Tutor

ALO7 - Ivy League Learning Group
01.2019 - 10.2021

Dental Hygienist

Valley Health
01.2015 - 01.2018

Registered Dental Hygienist

Bush & Mason Family Dentistry
03.2012 - 03.2014

Adjunct Faculty Instructor

Forsyth Technical Community College
07.2009 - 06.2011

Interim Dental Hygienist

01.2001 - Current

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - DENTAL HYGIENE

West Virginia University School of Dentistry

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