Dental Hygienist
Pacific Northwest Family Dentistry · Seattle, WA
2022 · Present
• Deliver comprehensive preventive and periodontal care for 18–22 patients daily, including adult prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, fluoride therapy, sealants, and desensitization.
• Capture and interpret digital radiographs; complete thorough periodontal charting and risk assessments while maintaining accurate, HIPAA-compliant records.
• Coach patients on brushing, flossing, nutrition, and perio maintenance, improving appointment adherence and documented home-care follow-through.
• Partner with dentists and assistants during comprehensive exams, treatment planning, and urgent visits; mentor new clinical team members on infection control.
Dental Hygienist
Cascade Smile Studio · Bellevue, WA
2019 · 2022
• Provided gentle, efficient hygiene services for children, adults, and older adults in a high-volume general dentistry practice.
• Performed comprehensive periodontal assessments, ultrasonic and hand instrumentation, radiographic imaging, polishing, fluoride varnish, and sealant placement.
• Built trust with anxious patients through trauma-informed explanations and individualized prevention plans, contributing to strong recall retention.
• Coordinated sterilization workflows and operatory readiness while supporting OSHA, Washington State, and office infection-prevention standards.
Dental Hygienist Intern
University of Washington Dental Hygiene Clinic · Seattle, WA
2018 · 2019
• Completed supervised clinical rotations across preventive, periodontal, pediatric, and special-needs care settings while treating diverse patients.
• Practiced instrumentation, periodontal charting, radiographic positioning, polishing, fluoride application, and individualized oral-health instruction.
• Prepared operatories, maintained infection-control protocols, and documented care accurately under faculty and dentist supervision.
• Presented case findings and coordinated referrals with faculty clinicians, building a strong foundation in ethical, patient-centered practice.