Taylor Parker
Smithville
Summary
Outgoing, dedicated worker driven to expand/conquer professional and personal goals. Self-driven and compassionate, I intend to put my qualities/skills to work to help better myself, my team, and patients. While using my dental hygiene degree, I plan to build a good work environment, support my coworkers, and provide only the best care to patients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist
Snodgrass-King Dental
Mt. Juliet
01.2026 - Current
- Provided thorough dental cleanings and assessments for diverse patient needs.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care to promote better oral health outcomes.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop and implement tailored treatment plans that addressed individual patient needs.
- Administered local anesthesia and managed patient comfort during procedures.
- Utilized digital radiography systems to capture and analyze dental images.
- Documented patient records accurately in electronic health record systems to ensure continuity of care.
Patient Care Coordinator
Wild About Smiles
Murfreesboro
08.2025 - 01.2026
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed dental service schedules to optimize patient flow.
- Facilitated insurance verification and financial arrangements to enhance patient access to care.
- Educated patients about treatment options and oral health practices.
- Communicated effectively with dental staff to ensure smooth operations.
- Resolved patient inquiries and concerns promptly to ensure high levels of patient satisfaction.
- Supported team in implementing office protocols for patient care processes.
- Organized follow-up appointments and ensured continuity of care for patients.
Hygiene/Business Assistant
Dental Care of Veterans Parkway
Murfreesboro
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed detailed treatment plans to guide patient care and enhance treatment outcomes
- Verified insurance details to ensure coverage and streamline patient processing
- Coordinated appointment bookings with customers to align schedules and maximize client satisfaction
- Used time management skills to keep appointments within time frame
- Demonstrated attention to detail in every task completed
Student RDH
Remington College Dental Hygiene Clinic
Nashville
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Skilled in patient assessments, treatment planning, explaining diagnosis, and performing dental hygiene/periodontal treatment
- Assessed clinical findings and medical history to inform treatment plans.
- Coordinated initial and follow-up appointments to ensure timely patient care.
- Performed clinical rotations in x-ray assistance, sterilization, and clinical assistance while managing front desk operations to maintain organized patient records and efficient appointment scheduling.
Waitress/Server
Kilgore's Family Restaurant
Smithville
08.2017 - 01.2023
- Recorded food and drink orders and served requests, ensuring customer satisfaction
- Acquired comprehensive knowledge of products
- Actively contributed to team success
- Practiced strict sanitation and safety protocols
- Prioritized customer needs in service
Education
Associates of Applied Science -
Remington College of Dental Hygiene
Nashville, TN12-2023
Associates of Science -
Motlow State Community College
Mcminnville, TN12-2020
Skills
- Preventive dentistry
- Hygiene instruction
- Radiographic analysis
- Patient Education
- Dental Terminology
- Insurance Experience
- Technology proficiency
- Software proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Communication
Awards
- Summa Cum Laude in Community College
- Dean's List every quarter in Dental Hygiene School
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
Snodgrass-King Dental
01.2026 - Current
Patient Care Coordinator
Wild About Smiles
08.2025 - 01.2026
Hygiene/Business Assistant
Dental Care of Veterans Parkway
05.2024 - 06.2025
Student RDH
Remington College Dental Hygiene Clinic
01.2021 - 01.2023
Waitress/Server
Kilgore's Family Restaurant
08.2017 - 01.2023
Associates of Applied Science -
Remington College of Dental Hygiene
Associates of Science -
Motlow State Community College