Sally Gould
Gastonia
Summary
Dedicated Registered Dental Hygienist with over 10 years of experience in delivering exceptional patient care and engaging diverse populations. Expertise in developing individualized treatment plans in collaboration with dentists and promoting preventative care through education and outreach initiatives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registerd Dental Hygienist
Lake Wylie Pediatric Dentistry
08.2023 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive dental cleanings and preventive care to pediatric patients.
- Educated patients and families on oral hygiene practices and preventative care techniques.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote dental health awareness among children.
- Contributed to practice growth by delivering excellent customer service, resulting in increased patient retention rates.
- Coordinated hygiene inventory management by tracking supplies, placing orders and verifying receipt of items.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop individualized treatment plans for pediatric patients.
- Conducted patient interviews and gathered patient medical and dental histories, adding to dental charts.
- Assisted dentists in various procedures, ensuring efficient and successful treatment outcomes.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Just 4 Me Pediatric Dentistry
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided exceptional patient care by establishing rapport and addressing anxieties or concerns.
- Strengthened communication skills by presenting complex information in an understandable manner to diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop tailored treatment plans for patients.
- Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
Registered Dental Hygienist
UPD Dental Associates
06.2013 - 08.2021
- Conducted comprehensive dental cleanings and assessments to promote optimal oral health.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care strategies.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop tailored treatment plans for patients.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe clinical environment.
- Mentored junior hygienists in best practices and patient management techniques.
- Analyzed patient records to ensure accurate documentation and treatment efficacy.
- Enhanced office workflow through process improvements and staff training initiatives.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Erie Community College
Williamsville, NYAssociate of Science - Health Information Technology
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NYAnesthesia - Dental Hygiene
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NYSkills
- Dentrix software proficiency
- EagleSoft software proficiency
- Team collaboration
- Caring and compassionate
- Relationship building
- Appointment scheduling
- Medical records management
- Safety compliance
- Patient education and prophylaxis
- Patient management
- Special needs patients
- Restorative assistance
Certification
- Licensed Dental Hygienist - NY, SC, NC
- NYS Dental Hygiene Anesthesia License
- Certified Personal Trainer
Timeline
Registerd Dental Hygienist
Lake Wylie Pediatric Dentistry
08.2023 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Just 4 Me Pediatric Dentistry
08.2021 - 08.2023
Registered Dental Hygienist
UPD Dental Associates
06.2013 - 08.2021
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Erie Community College
Associate of Science - Health Information Technology
Trocaire College
Anesthesia - Dental Hygiene
Erie Community College