Shauna Wittke
@shaunawittke
Passionate Dental Hygienist eager for new challenges and growth.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Dental Hygienist with over three years of experience in patient-facing roles within the field of dentistry. My journey has been marked by a commitment to patient care, where I excel in building long-term relationships with both patients and colleagues. I am eager to leverage my clinical expertise and administrative skills in a new and challenging role.
Throughout my career, I have worked in various dental settings, including Great Lakes Naval Base and Park Avenue Dental Professionals, where I have honed my skills in patient education, treatment planning, and clinical procedures. My attention to detail and organizational skills have allowed me to manage detailed charting records and educate patients on oral health effectively. I am motivated to contribute to team success and continuously seek opportunities for professional growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Dental Hygienist
Great Lakes Naval Base-Nurses Etc.
Sep 2019 - Present (6 years)
As a Dental Hygienist, I communicate daily with the office team for patient care preparation, treat and co-diagnose through clinical interpretation of dental radiographs, and manage detailed charting records. I educate patients on oral healthcare and follow all standard precautions and regulations.
Dental Hygienist
Park Avenue Dental Professionals
Nov 2018 - Present (6 years 10 months)
In my role as a Dental Hygienist, I focus on patient care by performing dental cleanings, educating patients on oral health, and managing treatment plans. I ensure compliance with health regulations and maintain accurate patient records.
Dental Hygienist
Family Roots Dentistry
Sep 2018 - Jul 2019 (10 months)
As a Dental Hygienist, I performed dental cleanings, educated patients on oral health, and collaborated with the dental team to provide comprehensive patient care. I also managed patient records and ensured compliance with health regulations.
Dental Receptionist & Sterilizer
Ocean Family Dental
May 2011 - Jul 2016 (5 years 2 months)
In this role, I organized and prepared dental charts, communicated with insurance providers, and managed patient schedules. I ensured the smooth operation of the dental office by handling administrative tasks and sterilizing instruments.
Fitness Receptionist
City of Lake Forest
May 2015 - Jun 2016 (1 year 1 month)
As a Fitness Receptionist, I registered gym members, managed payments, and ensured the cleanliness of the facility. I also coordinated personal training sessions and fitness class arrivals.
Prosthodontic Intern
United States Navy
Feb 2013 - Apr 2013 (2 months)
During my internship, I observed prosthodontic procedures and gained insights into dental practices related to prosthetics and occlusal guards, enhancing my understanding of dental care.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Louisiana State University at Shreveport
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
2019 - 2021
College of Lake County
Associate of Science, Dental Hygiene
2016 - 2018
Jacksonville University
Bachelor of Science, Biology
2010 - 2014
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