Yazmin Garcia
Valencia,CA
Summary
Experienced dental hygienist seeking a position within a professional team. Committed to meeting patients' dental health needs and adding value to the practice. I am dedicated to continuous learning and growth, assessing patient history, and developing treatment plans that are aligned with the client's life goals. Passionate about coordinating and carrying out oral treatments, including dental preventive care, co-diagnosing, and treatment planning. The patient-focused approach allows for the quick establishment of lasting relationships with patients and colleagues. Excels in developing oral health programs and patient education programs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Biological Dental Hygienist
Smile Body Health and Wellness
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Implemented standardized work procedures, ensuring consistency in operations while maximizing efficiency.
- Managed the development and implementation of standard work documents, ensuring consistency in operations while maximizing efficiency
- Trained staff on Lean methodologies, empowering employees to identify and address inefficiencies proactively.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies and equipment, reducing costs through strategic purchasing decisions.
- Served as a mentor for new dental hygienists, sharing knowledge and best practices to help them excel in their roles.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Advocated for importance of regular dental visits, increasing patient return rates.
- Increased patient trust and comfort, explaining procedures and answering questions with empathy and clarity.
Dental Hygiene - Clinician RDH
Golden Oak Dental
06.2022 - 02.2023
Dental Hygiene - Clinician RDH
California Dental
05.2021 - 06.2022
Dental Hygiene - Clinician RDH
Santa Monica Bay Dental
11.2020 - 05.2021
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CA05.2020
Associates of Arts Degree - Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Los Angeles Mission College
San Fernando, CA05.2018
Skills
- Nutrition Counseling
- Chemotherapeutics
- OHI and Coronal polishing
- Axium
- Study Model pour/trim
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Proficient in MS Office
- Dependable
- Patient education and counseling
- Restorative Dentistry
- Preventive dentistry
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Retention Strategies
- Customer Retention
- Opening and closing procedures
Personal Information
Title: Registered Dental Hygienist
References
- Sara Coppola RDHAP, MSDH, 805-377-0669, slc.saralaura@gmail.com
- Carlos Sermeño RDHAP, DDS, 310-738-6218, sermenoc@gmail.com
Certificateslicenses
- Radiation Safety Certificate, 12/2018
- Pit & Fissure Sealant Certificate, 06/2020
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate, 04/2022
- RDH License, 08/2020
- Presidents Honor List
- Deans Honor List
- 100% WREB Passing Score
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Biological Dental Hygienist
Smile Body Health and Wellness
02.2023 - 10.2024
Dental Hygiene - Clinician RDH
Golden Oak Dental
06.2022 - 02.2023
Dental Hygiene - Clinician RDH
California Dental
05.2021 - 06.2022
Dental Hygiene - Clinician RDH
Santa Monica Bay Dental
11.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
West Los Angeles College
Associates of Arts Degree - Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Los Angeles Mission College
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