Christa Mitchell
Registered Dental Hygienist
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Motivated and patient-focused Dental Hygienist with 13 years of experience treating individuals with diverse dental concerns. Passionate about providing compassionate care and building relationships with patients to facilitate trust. Active listener with commitment to developing rapport. Offering exceptional patient education skills to promote preventive care.
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Insightful Manager of hygiene department with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dentistry On Brant
11.2019 - Current
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in continuing education courses, staying current with industry advancements.
- Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
- Strengthened communication skills by presenting complex information in an understandable manner to diverse patient populations.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff.
- Assessed periodontal status of patients using probing techniques, identifying areas requiring further attention or treatment planning modifications.
- Collaborated with dental team members to provide comprehensive care for patients, enhancing overall experience.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Coordinated hygiene inventory management by tracking supplies, placing orders and verifying receipt of items.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Lakeside Family Dental
03.2017 - 11.2019
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in continuing education courses, staying current with industry advancements.
- Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
- Strengthened communication skills by presenting complex information in an understandable manner to diverse patient populations.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff.
- Provided exceptional patient care by establishing rapport and addressing anxieties or concerns.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Furdui Dental Corporation
09.2010 - 03.2017
- Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Polished patients' teeth to remove surface stains.
- Took and interpreted X-rays to identify cavities, impacted teeth and other dental issues.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
Education
Dental Hygiene
George Brown College
Toronto, ON 05.2001 -
Skills
Treatment Planning
Electronic Health Records
Infection Control
Root planning and scaling expertise
Patient Relations
Medical History Documentation
Periodontal evaluation
Patient safety proficiency
Patient Communication
Dental evaluation and assessment
Patient Management
Appointment Scheduling
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dentistry On Brant
11.2019 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Lakeside Family Dental
03.2017 - 11.2019
Registered Dental Hygienist
Furdui Dental Corporation
09.2010 - 03.2017
Dental Hygiene
George Brown College
05.2001 -