Heather Degen, R.D.H.

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Newnan, GA 30265

678-***-****

dcgfzl@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Looking for a full or part time position as a RDH, in a dental office with a friendly, team oriented atmosphere, where patient care and education is top priority.

SKILLS

Excellent patient education and motivation skills

Proficient in quadrant scaling

Diagnostic x-rays, digital imaging, interpreting dental radiographs

Experience with digital x-ray equipment

Proficient use of cavitron and piezo as well as hand scaling on periodontal patients

Placing antimicrobials in periodontal pockets, such as arestin

Experience working, charting and setting up recall appointments in Patterson Eaglesoft

Experience maintaining dental equipment and sterilizing dental instruments

Experienced in developing treatment plans to meet the individual needs of each patient

EXPERIENCE

Kids R Kids, Newnan, Georgia March 2007- August 2010

Lead Teacher for children 3-4 years, created and implemented a classroom curriculum

Assisted at the front desk and performed light administrative duties

Delta Home Care, Newnan, Georgia November 2006- January 2007

Home care for disabled adults, as a certified nursing assistant performed health and hygiene tasks for patients. While providing emotional support for the patient as well as for their immediate family.

Full Time Student, Columbus Technical College August 2009- June 2011

Over 600 clinical hours

EDUCATION

Columbus Technical College

Associates of Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene, June 2011

Gentle Care Services, Inc.

Certified Nursing Assistant, October 2006

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

Dental Hygiene License through Central Regional Dental Testing Services

National Dental Hygiene Board Examination Certificate

Current CPR Certification

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