Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Volunteer/ Rotation Experience
References
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Tetiana Hotska

Summary

Attentive and compassionate dental hygienist committed to applying my extensive skills in established oral care procedures to improve patient dental experiences. Dedicated to maintaining a positive attitude while supporting the clinical needs of a practice's patients and doctors. Team-oriented with success in cultivating long-term relationships with patients. Looking for an office that values patient care, patient oral health education, continuing education, and the use of technology in order to improve patient care and efficiency. Licensed in the state of Illinois.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Dental Care Professionals
06.2023 - Current
  • Provided exceptional patient care by establishing rapport and addressing anxieties or concerns.
  • Improved patient oral health by providing thorough dental cleanings and assessments.
  • Captured patients' dental radiographs and assisted dentist with interpretation for a diagnosis.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques for optimal dental health and prevention of periodontal disease.
  • Cared for patients with special needs by providing education related to specific procedures and communicating with caregivers.
  • Worked with dentists in developing and implementing personalized care plans for dental patients.
  • Contributed to practice growth by delivering excellent customer service, resulting in increased patient retention rates.

Dental Assistant

Brighter Dental Of Old Town
03.2020 - 01.2023

• Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.

• Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.

• Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.

Wheelchair Attendant

Prospect Airport Services
06.2018 - 12.2019

• Transported individuals requesting wheelchair service to and from desired locations.

• Backed wheelchairs down jetways to safely overcome decline of ramp.

• Assisted passengers with limited mobility in navigating stairs, ramps and aisles.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Management

Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL
10.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL
05.2023

Skills

    Dentrix Proficiency

    Oral Cancer Screening

    Nutritional Counseling

    Digital Radiology Software

    Pain Control

    Equipment Maintenance

    Sterilization Techniques

    Patient Needs Assessment

    Proficiency in creating and presenting care plan

    Team Collaboration

    Leadership

    Critical Thinking

    Patient Flow Management

    Multilingual: Ukrainian, Russian, English - fluent

    Polish - basic understanding

Certification

• Registered Dental Hygienist in Illinois

• Certified in Local Anesthetic Administration

• Certified in Nitrous Oxide Sedation

• CPR certified by Red Cross

Volunteer/ Rotation Experience

• Volunteered at Community Health Clinic

• Volunteered at St. Bernard Hospital

• Volunteered at COOK County Hospital

• Conducted oral health promotion for victims of domestic violence

• Rotation at UIC School of Dentistry

• Worked with physical therapy students to develop interprofessional relationships and enhance their knowledge about oral health and systemic health connection

References

• Marissa Gora, RDH, MS - Dental Hygiene Department Instructor, First Year Clinical Coordinator at Malcolm X College

mgora2@ccc.edu 773-343-9194

• Roger Nouneh, DMD, MS, MBA, Diplomate, American Board of Periodontology , Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Illinois at Chicago, College of Dentistry, Attending at NorthShore University Health Systems

rnouneh@yahoo.com

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Dental Care Professionals
06.2023 - Current

Dental Assistant

Brighter Dental Of Old Town
03.2020 - 01.2023

Wheelchair Attendant

Prospect Airport Services
06.2018 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Management

Concordia University Chicago

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene

Malcolm X College
Tetiana Hotska