Wendy Spivey
Oxford,GA
Summary
Accomplished Dental Hygienist with 26 years of expertise in all aspects of treatment, including dental prophylaxis, periodontal treatment and patient education. Effective communicator with success in teaching patients and community 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. Proven team leader with experience training and mentoring other staff.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist, Hygiene Team Leader
Creekside Dentistry
10.2005 - Current
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in continuing education courses, staying current with industry advancements.
- Assessed periodontal status of patients using probing techniques, identifying areas requiring further attention or treatment planning modifications.
- Performed digital dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
- Actively participated in providing complimentary oral health screenings during community gatherings.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Intermediary for dentists and clinical team to delineate and clarify feedback from both parties to maintain effective communication.
- Improve policies and procedures through development, implementation, revision, and evaluation of new protocols.
- Coordinated hygiene inventory management by tracking supplies, placing orders and verifying receipt of items.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff.
- Performed preventive maintenance on dental equipment and resolved malfunctions by troubleshooting.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. John Sieweke
08.1998 - 04.2006
- Perform routine dental hygiene and periodontal treatment procedures.
- Evaluated patients, determined care needs, and managed implementation of treatment plan.
- Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPPA regulations.
- Provided exceptional patient care by establishing rapport and addressing anxieties or concerns.
- Participated in community outreach events promoting oral health awareness and offering free dental screenings to underserved populations.
- Drafted and developed standardized operational procedure manuals in clinical and administrative departments for consistent staff information.
- Carried out front office administrative responsibilities during periods without an assigned manager.
- Designed and developed new employee training videos and other training programs for new hires.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Gulf Coast State College
Panama City, FL05.1998
Skills
- Root planing and scaling expertise
- Experienced coordinator and facilitator
- Strong organizational skills
- Time management working under strict deadlines
- Treatment planning and execution
- Oral health educator
- Supply management
- Team supervision and collaboration
- Staff development
- Sealant application
- Oral cancer screening
- Dental office administration
Certification
- 1998 Dental Hygiene National Board (received fourth hightest grade in the nation)
- 1998 Expanded Functions Delegable to Dental Hygienists
- 2000 University of Florida Advanced Periodontal Instrumentation Course
- 2024 American Heart BLS CPR and AED
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist, Hygiene Team Leader
Creekside Dentistry
10.2005 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dr. John Sieweke
08.1998 - 04.2006
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Gulf Coast State College
- 1998 Dental Hygiene National Board (received fourth hightest grade in the nation)
- 1998 Expanded Functions Delegable to Dental Hygienists
- 2000 University of Florida Advanced Periodontal Instrumentation Course
- 2024 American Heart BLS CPR and AED
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