Tara Sleeper
Sedalia,MO
Summary
Efficient, motivated, and caring dental hygienist interested in obtaining full-time employment. Skilled in nonsurgical periodontal therapy, radiography, and local anesthesia. Displays a passion for increasing patient satisfaction and compliance through education and sympathetic motivation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
RDH
Gillis Family Dentistry
Warrensburg, MO
06.2021 - Current
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized oral hygiene education.
- Administered routine dental hygiene procedures and treatments.
- Performed periodontal charting efficiently, monitoring patient progress over time and making recommendations as needed.
- Conducted dental screenings at community events, promoting awareness about the importance of oral health care.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
Dental Hygiene Clinician Student
State Fair Community College
Sedalia, MO
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Developed tailored treatment plans to address the unique needs of each patient and promote optimal recovery.
- Participated in case reviews with multidisciplinary teams to discuss complex cases and develop collaborative solutions for individualized care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and interventions.
- Provided patients with detailed information about symptoms, causes and treatment expectations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
State Fair Community College
Sedalia, MO05.2021
Skills
- Nonsurgical periodontal therapy
- Local anesthesia
- Radiography (Gendex, Scan-X, Shick, and 3D panoramic)
- Medical records maintenance
- Patient education
- Equipment sterilization
- Periodontal charting, staging, and grading
Leadership Experience
Lead Dental Hygiene Clinician, Responsible for all instrument sharpening and maintenance., Assists with ordering and maintaining adequate stock of supplies., Assists front office with scheduling patients., Assists with anesthesia in restorative operatories.
References
- Dr. Michael Hanna, DDS, (660) 238-4120
- Jodie Kosmiski, Certified Dental Assistant, (660) 909-5089
- Destyni Speidel, RDH, (660) 723-6010
Timeline
RDH
Gillis Family Dentistry
06.2021 - Current
Dental Hygiene Clinician Student
State Fair Community College
08.2019 - 05.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
State Fair Community College