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Erin Ellis

Erin Ellis

Hickory

Summary

Empathetic dental hygienist specializing in delivering optimal patient care with over 4 years of experience. Expert in providing preventive care while educating patients on oral health and dental hygiene goals. Talented at using interpersonal skills to increase patient rapport and an upbeat work environment to improve clinic growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dental Hygienist

Blue Ridge Dentistry
09.2020 - Current
  • Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Capably performed prophylaxis in absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis. Skillfully conducted scaling with inflammation cleanings and scaling and root planing when necessary.
  • Assessed periodontal status of patients using probing techniques, identifying areas requiring further attention or treatment planning modifications.
  • Captured patients dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer during routine examinations, promoting early detection and intervention when necessary.
  • Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and nutrition and provided instructions for brushing, flossing and other preventive care.
  • Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in continuing education courses, staying current with industry advancements.

Education

Bachelors of Science - Dental Hygiene, Community Health

East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN
05.2020

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute
Hudson, NC
12.2017

Skills

  • Dental prophylaxis and scaling and root planing
  • Dental radiography
  • Treatment planning in conjunction with dentist
  • Fluoride treatment
  • OSHA and infection control adherence
  • Eaglesoft and SOFTDENT software proficiency
  • Patient relationship building
  • Teamwork
  • Multi-tasking

Timeline

Registered Dental Hygienist

Blue Ridge Dentistry
09.2020 - Current

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute

Bachelors of Science - Dental Hygiene, Community Health

East Tennessee State University
Erin Ellis