Joline Luecke
Champaign,IL
Summary
Cutting-edge recent graduate Dental Hygienist with latest training and real-world experience. Skilled at dental cleanings and patient education. Well versed in all aspects of dental office operations. Quick to build relationships with patients and successful at working with teammates to achieve patient care goals. Patient-oriented Dental Hygienist offering 30 years of experience in high-volume dental offices. Expertise in screening patients for cancer and oral diseases, performing prophylaxis and providing education on oral hygiene and health. Talented at working with diverse personality types to provide an upbeat work environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Market Streeet Dental
03.2008 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Educated patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques to promote long-term oral health.
- Enhanced patient experience by building rapport, addressing concerns, and explaining procedures in a professional manner.
- Tailored individualized periodontal maintenance programs for patients suffering from gum disease or other related concerns.
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Improved patient oral health by conducting thorough dental cleanings and providing personalized home care instructions.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within the field of dental hygiene.
- Implemented effective infection control measures by sterilizing instruments and following strict protocols for cleanliness.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Conducted oral cancer screenings during routine dental exams, resulting in early detection of potential issues.
Dental Hygiene Instructor
Parkland College
01.2001 - Current
- Ensured students'' clinical competency by conducting practical evaluations and providing individualized guidance for skill improvement.
- Improved student understanding of dental hygiene concepts by incorporating hands-on activities and real-life examples in lessons.
- Provided mentorship to new faculty members by sharing expertise in teaching methodologies and course design strategies.
- Monitored student progress regularly through formative assessments and provided timely remediation when necessary to ensure academic success in the program.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
- Enhanced learning experiences using case studies that mirrored real-world scenarios encountered in dental practice settings.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging dental technologies and best practices through continuous professional development opportunities.
- Built strong relationships with local dental practices to provide valuable externship opportunities for students, enhancing their professional development.
- Developed a supportive classroom culture that encouraged peer collaboration and constructive feedback exchange between students during hands-on exercises.
- Facilitated meaningful discussions on current dental research trends, fostering critical thinking skills among students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene/ Education
Eastern University
Charleston, IL12.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Parkland College
Champaign, IL05.1994
Skills
- Ultrasonic instrumentation
- Periodontal Therapy
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Ethics and Professionalism
- Dental Radiography
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Motivational Techniques
- Clinical expertise
- Special Needs Patients
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Market Streeet Dental
03.2008 - Current
Dental Hygiene Instructor
Parkland College
01.2001 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene/ Education
Eastern University
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Parkland College
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