Tenzin Dolma
Edina
Summary
Experienced dental hygienist dedicated to high-quality care, emphasizing empathy and cultural sensitivity in patient interactions. Skilled in promoting oral health education and encouraging patient involvement in their care. Effective team collaborator, enhancing workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction. Maintains rigorous safety and professionalism in delivering gentle, comprehensive treatment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Specialist
M Health Fairview
Edina
03.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with vendors to secure timely delivery of critical resources, minimizing supply interruptions.
- Collaborated with nursing units, surgery, ER, labs, and other departments to assess supply needs and identify usage trends for better inventory management.
- Maintained professionalism and effective communication across departments to foster collaborative relationships.
Dental Hygiene Student
Normandale Community College
Bloomington
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Provided comprehensive assessment, scaling and root planing, and preventive treatments.
- Collaborated effectively with supervising dentists and peers to ensure high-quality, efficient patient care in a clinical learning environment.
- Provided patient education nicotine cessation counseling & nutritional counseling
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance clinical training programs.
- Maintained sterilization protocols for dental instruments and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edina High School
Edina06-2022
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Normandale Community College
Minneapolis, MN05-2026
Skills
- Teamwork & Effective Communication
- Infection control & Sterilization Protocols
- EagleSoft Dental Software
- Local Anesthesia & Nitrous Oxide Sedation
- Patient management
- Digital Radiography
- Patient Education & Motivational Interviewing
- Sealants, fluoride varnish & SDF application
Volunteer & Community Service
Dr. Tashi Tsomo – DDS - Tso Jhe Khangsar Charity Hospital (Dental Clinic)- Summer Volunteer
- Assisted Dentist, Patient education for underserved children in the community, Helped prepare and sterilize instruments according to infection control protocols, & participated in oral health outreach programs.
Oral Cancer Walk (April 2024)
- Raised awareness and funds that allow the Oral Cancer Foundation (OCF) to invest in new research, create educational programs, advocate for public policy, and support oral cancer survivors.
Give Kids a Smile 2/24/25
- Provided oral health care, including dental cleanings, radiographs, SDF and sealant placement, and oral hygiene education for underserved children in the community.
Timeline
Dental Hygiene Student
Normandale Community College
08.2024 - 05.2026
Supply Chain Specialist
M Health Fairview
03.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Edina High School
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Normandale Community College