THE JOB SHOP PART 1: THE RESUME
Resumes can get your foot in the door, its important that your resume screams
"you want me!"
Even when I am not actively seeking employment I keep my resume up to date. You never know when you may need it, and having it ready to go will make your life much easier should you or your employer decide it it time for a change. I also worry that if I don't add my new training or certifications to the resume I will forget to add them later.
Cover Letter: Make it good!
Tell a little bit about yourself, your philosophy on dentistry and your excitement about the possibility of introducing yourself in person
Delivery: If at all possible drop the resume off in person, make sure you look professional when you go to the office.
If you must fax or email the resume then I think a follow up call to make sure they received it is appropriate if they give a phone number.
This is a copy of my resume (click on "read more" below to see the resume)- I would be interested in any comments or suggestions that you have.
If you need some one to proof read your resume email it to helpfordentalhygienists@gmail.com and I will let take a look.
The Resume: Sell yourself - you are great!!!
Katie Hess Registered Dental Hygienist/ Dental Assistant
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1234 Toothridge
Wisdom Th , MI 44444
(111) 123-2222
helpfordentalhygienists@gmail.com
Qualifications Profile
Dedicated and patient focused dental hygienist, with proven strengths in patient care and team development.
> Exceptional capacity to multitask, manage numerous, often competing priorities
with ease while fostering the provision of superior patient care.
> Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, superior accuracy in patient
history, charting and other documentation.
Certifications and Proficiencies
Certifications Proficiencies
Radiology Prophy and polishing
RDH 2003 SCRP/ periodontal therapy
Periodontal Laser therapy
Ultrasonic Utilization
Dental Hygienist/ Licensed Arestin placement
O.C.S. (2006) Patient Education
CPR / AED American Red Cross Chair side Assisting
2006 - 2011
Sterilization
Local Anesthesia Certified Equipment/ maintenance
6/06 instruments
rooms
Nitrous Oxide Certified Computer systems
6/06 Dentech/ Dentrix
Diode Laser Certified Radiographs
12/10 traditional
digital
Additional Training
LVA continuing education
11/07, 7/08, 4/2010 (Proactive Perio)
Impressions and fabrication bite
Member of Dr. VanDenburg‘s guards and bleach trays
Dental hygiene study club
Diagnodent
Intraoral cameras
Recall
Katie Hess page 2
Experience in other departments include:
Front Desk Ordering supplies
Filing Payroll
Scheduling Organizing Charitable events
Answering phones Website contributions
Professional Experience
Dental Hygienist 2/2007 – present
Dental Assistant 5/2003 – 12/2003
Dr. Bice
Goodford Mi
Dental Hygienist/ Assistant 2001 – present (currently sub)
Wrought and Zelaney 6/2009 – present (occas. Saturday)
Dental Hygienist
RDB Temp Agency 2004 – 2007
Dental Hygienist/ Assistant
Metrodent Dental Center 1/2004 – 7/2005
Dental Assistant
*Contact information for references available upon request
Additional Information
I have worked in numerous dental offices over the years and realize that each office is very different in what they expect from their employees. I am very adaptive in my treatment presentation/ overall contribution to the office. I have a lot of experience in practice building and improvement in areas such as marketing, customer service, and patient retention.
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