Jennifer Uwanaka
Midlothian VA, 23112
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to express my interest in the dental hygiene position I found on meddentalstaffing.net.
I am a competent and highly motivated hygienist with experience in dental hygiene care with patients from all backgrounds. During my two year experience as a student at Old Dominion University’s rigorous dental hygiene program, I was able to experience working in the community with the underserved population. I believe allowing several different options for the patient is important in effectively providing care. One of my top priorities in providing care is to encourage my patients by providing a friendly and stress reduced environment during treatment.
I believe I will be a positive addition to your dental team because of my eagerness to learn and work as a team member in preventing oral disease. I hope I will be able to increase my speed and productivity while working as a part of your dental team. All patients deserve the absolute best care in treatment and an encouraging, friendly environment of dental professionals can provide this.
Please consider my credentials and experience in your search for a new dental hygienist.
I am available to work full or part time and at any time. I may be reached by the contact above between the hours of 9AM-9PM, by your earliest convenience. I hope to hear from you soon.
Thank you,
Jennifer N. Uwanaka
JENNIFER N. UWANAKA
14302 Candlewick court. Midlothian VA 23112
804-***-****, ********.*******@*****.***
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Compassionate and dedicated dental hygienist looking for a position in
a health care setting where treating and preventing disease in the community is the top priority.
EDUCATION:
Old Dominion University, Norfolk Virginia May 2011
Bachelors of Science in Dental Hygiene
Activities/Volunteerism:
Dental Exploration Program, MCV, Richmond, VA June 2005
• 3 week dental observation/activities
SADHA Member Sept 2009-May 2011
ADHA Member Sept 2009-Present
Dental Hygiene Rally Day, Richmond, VA Jan 2011
• Participant
Special Olympics Volunteer, Richmond, VA June 2011
Awards:
Leadership of the 21st Century Scholarship Feb 2007
DENTAL HYGIENE EXPERIENCE:
Sealant Day, Norfolk, VA: Feb 2011
• Sealant application for underserved children in Norfolk community
VA Beach Public Health Dept.: 8 week clinical rotation for underserved children ages Feb-March 2011
• 5-18. Administered sealants, fluoride, oral education, and cleanings
Eggleston’s Services Project, Norfolk, VA: Feb-March 2011
• 6 week program of oral hygiene education for special needs and
underserved individuals. Included educational workshops and therapeutic services.
Elementary school/Nursing Home oral education, Norfolk, VA: March 2011
• lesson planning and oral hygiene activities.
Community Oral Cancer Screening for Women,Norfolk, VA: oral education, oral screenings March 2011
Community Oral Health Fair, Norfolk, VA:oral education April 2011
St Mary’s Children’s Hospital, Norfolk,VA: cleanings for children 6-21 April 2011
KOVAR Institute Internship,Petersburg,VA: June 2011
• Southside VA Training Center 3 week program,30 hrs per week.
Shadowed dental professionals, lecture series on ID adult, Group Projects on how to care for ID
patient.
SKILLS:
Certified in Local Anesthesia, Patterson Digital Imaging/Film Based Radiology, Custom made fabricated
Mouth guards, bleaching splints, office assistant experience (filing & pulling dental records, scheduling apts),
Sterilization assistant, Certified in CPR/AED
REFERENCES: available upon request.