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Lucy Crook

Southbank,VIC

Summary

An enthusiastic, caring, determined dental professional with the latest training and real-world experience. Quick to build professional colleague and customer relationships and maintain positivity in the workplace.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Hygienist

Self Employed
Tunbridge Wells, England
11.2022 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Cleaned patient's teeth to remove plaque and calculus buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
  • Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene and care to prevent future dental issues.
  • Improved and developed knowledge through continuing education courses and seminars.
  • Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.

Dental Nurse

Woodbury Park Dental Surgery
Tunbridge Wells, England
07.2018 - 07.2022
  • Assisted dentist in charting patient dental anatomy, pathology and screening to enable delivery of dental treatment.
  • Maintained adequate stock of emergency drugs, dental materials and instruments to deliver high-quality patient care.
  • Followed practice procedures and protocols to maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Operated equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturer recommendations to maintain good working order.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Dental Nurse

Atkinson Brignall Caring Dentistry
Sevenoaks, England
06.2017 - 06.2018

As listed above.

Trainee Dental Nurse and Decontamination Lead

Atkinson Brignall Caring Dentistry
Sevenoaks, England
09.2015 - 06.2017
  • Utilized knowledge of established professional nursing concepts and principles of practices to determine and assess medical needs of patients.
  • Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Prepared summaries and charts by testing and gathering samples and summarizing findings.
  • Organised and led all aspects of decontamination procedures and documentation.

Trainee Dental Nurse and Receptionist

Hanover House Dental Practice
Tonbridge, England
09.2014 - 08.2015
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits, and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
  • Provided excellent customer service to create positive experiences and build patient trust.
  • Scheduled, rescheduled, and cancelled appointments for dental patients.

Waitress

El Mariachi
Tonbridge, England
08.2012 - 08.2014
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.

General Assistant/Cleaner

Nizels Golf And Country Club
Hildenborough, England
08.2012 - 08.2014
  • Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens, swimming pool, spa and other areas according to established protocols.
  • Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
  • Started washers, dry cleaners, driers or extractors and regulated machine processes.
  • Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.

Work Experience and Placements

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England
08.2011 - 07.2012

British Heart Foundation | Shop Assistant.

Stepper UK (Ltd) | General Office Assistant

Stocks Green Pre-School | Pre-School Assistant.

Abbey Field Woodgate Care Home | Activity Coordinator.

Education

FdSc Oral Health Science With Distinction - Dentistry

University of Essex
Essex, England
10.2022

Access To Higher Education - Nursing And Healthcare

West Kent College
Kent, England
2020

Level 3 Diploma - Dental Nursing

West Kent College
Kent, England
2017

Secondary School - 11 A* To C Grade GCSE's

Hillview School For Girls
Kent, England
2014

Primary School -

Stocks Green
Kent, England
2008

Skills

  • Punctual
  • Natural affinity toward people and innately compassionate
  • Attention to detail
  • Able to work effectively both independently and within a team
  • Positive attitude
  • Flexibility towards schedule

Hobbies

  • Travelling | I have ticked off 21 countries!
  • Scuba diving
  • Foodie

Timeline

Dental Hygienist

Self Employed
11.2022 - Current

Dental Nurse

Woodbury Park Dental Surgery
07.2018 - 07.2022

Dental Nurse

Atkinson Brignall Caring Dentistry
06.2017 - 06.2018

Trainee Dental Nurse and Decontamination Lead

Atkinson Brignall Caring Dentistry
09.2015 - 06.2017

Trainee Dental Nurse and Receptionist

Hanover House Dental Practice
09.2014 - 08.2015

Waitress

El Mariachi
08.2012 - 08.2014

General Assistant/Cleaner

Nizels Golf And Country Club
08.2012 - 08.2014

Work Experience and Placements

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08.2011 - 07.2012

FdSc Oral Health Science With Distinction - Dentistry

University of Essex

Access To Higher Education - Nursing And Healthcare

West Kent College

Level 3 Diploma - Dental Nursing

West Kent College

Secondary School - 11 A* To C Grade GCSE's

Hillview School For Girls

Primary School -

Stocks Green
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