Jackie Thomas RDH
Rockford
Summary
Registered Dental Hygienist with 36+ years experience, providing compassionate care, developing lasting patient relationships, providing excellent clinical skills & assessment, looking for full time position.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Julia Pesavento DMD/815 Dental
10.1989 - Current
- Capably performed prophylaxis in absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing & brushing.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services, including scaling & root planing, as well as administering local or analgesic anesthesia.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data, using Softdent.
- Coordinated hygiene inventory management by tracking supplies, placing orders and verifying receipt of items.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Libertyville Dental Associates
08.1988 - 10.1989
- Capably performed prophylaxis in absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services, including scaling & root planing
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Educated patients on importance of oral hygiene and demonstrated techniques for flossing & brushing.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
Dental Assistant
Libertyville Dental Associates
06.1985 - 08.1986
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL05-1988
Skills
- Dental evaluation and assessment
- Periodontal evaluation
- Preventive oral health education
- Local anesthesia administration
- Soft tissue management
- Digital radiography
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Dental digital charting
- OSHA and infection control adherence
- Instrument preparation & sterilization
- Fluoride application & sealant placement
- Providing a welcoming & comfortable atmosphere for patients, as well as developing interpersonal rapport with my patients
- Teamplayer
Certification
- Licensed Illinois Dental Hygienist.
- Certified to administer local & Analgesic Anesthesia.
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Julia Pesavento DMD/815 Dental
10.1989 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Libertyville Dental Associates
08.1988 - 10.1989
Dental Assistant
Libertyville Dental Associates
06.1985 - 08.1986
- Licensed Illinois Dental Hygienist.
- Certified to administer local & Analgesic Anesthesia.
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Southern Illinois University
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