An attentive and highly motivated dental hygiene graduate with experience in treating and educating patients on the importance of oral health and oral hygiene
Work History
Ben Massell And Good Samaritan Clinic
Atlanta, GA
Internship Student
02.2022 - 04.2022
Job overview
Provided preventative care and dental hygiene services (Scaling, root planing, periodontal assessment, polishing, and fluoride application)
Recorded probing depths, gingival characteristics, and dental complaints and thoroughly documented to assist other hygienists in following up with patients in next visits
Exposed radiographs and implemented periodontal exam
Handled and sterilized instruments after each session
Sheltering Arms Longview Center
Douglasville, GA
Dental Hygiene Student
02.2022 - 03.2022
Job overview
Performed screening for children aged 3-5
Provided patient education for parents of children aged 3-5
Peach Smiles
Lawrenceville, GA
Shadowing Student
10.2019 - 11.2019
Job overview
Observed, documented observations to learn about job description and duties, challenges and requirements, and asked relevant questions about the job and career
Followed clinic's policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules
Demonstrated professional behaviors
Education
Georgia State University (Perimeter College)
Dunwoody, GA
Associate Degree from Dental Hygiene
05.2022
University Overview
August 2020 - April 2022
Honor's List [Fall 2017], President's List [Spring 2018 & Spring 2019], and Dean's List [Fall 2020, Spring 2020 & Spring 2021]
National Association of Chinese Americans Scholarship Recipient
Relevant Coursework: Implicit Association Test, Cultural Competency Program for Oral Health Professionals, Basic Techniques for Management of the Infant and Toddler Dental Patient, Mandated Reporters: Critical Links in Protecting Children in Georgia & Geriatric Dentistry
3.6 GPA
Skills
Instrumentation skill (Hand and ultrasonic instruments), Arestin and sealants placement, digital and phosphor plate radiographs, whitening tray, and alginate impressions
Nutritional and tobacco counseling
Professionalism (Punctuality, ethics, reliability and responsibility, honesty and integrity, diligence, and time management)
Attention to detail, teamwork, adaptability, problem solving, and interpersonal communication skills
Computer skill: Ability to work with Microsoft Office and some dental software (Dentrix, Dexis, Open Dental, and Curve Hero)
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Instruments handling (Preparing, organizing, sharpening, sterilizing, and packing)
Bilingual communication: English & Vietnamese (Advanced level)
Volunteer and Board Member at Good Samaritan Free Medical Clinic Of Western COVolunteer and Board Member at Good Samaritan Free Medical Clinic Of Western CO