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Richie Sharma

Summary

Passionate Oral Health Therapist with Advanced Clinical Scope, with 8 years of experience in providing dental care. Proficient in coordinating and carrying out oral care treatments by providing dental prophylaxis, and patient education. Experienced in orthodontic treatments, such as Invisalign and early intervention appliances. Patient-focused and quick to build lasting relationships with patients and colleagues.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Oral Health Therapist

Bluebird Dental
09.2020 - 06.2023
  • Provided orthodontic treatment to patients, such as Invisalign aligners, completing scans, taking dental photographs, early orthodontic intervention appliances etc.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients through empathetic listening and clear communication.
  • Facilitated successful referrals to specialists when necessary.

Oral Health Therapist

Ferrari Dental Care
09.2018 - Current
  • Launched a successful oral hygiene education program, increasing awareness and improving patient self-care habits.
  • Providing comprehensive dental care to all patients, including paediatrics.
  • Reduced anxiety levels in nervous patients through gentle approaches and detailed explanations of treatment options.
  • Continuously upgrading skills through ongoing professional development courses, ensuring delivery of top-quality care to all patients.
  • Promoting a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and contributing helpful suggestions for improvement initiatives.

Oral Health Therapist

Teeth On Wheels
02.2018 - 09.2018
  • Provided care and treatment to preschool, primary and secondary school students, throughout Victoria.
  • Improved patient oral health by providing comprehensive dental care, including restorative work, extractions etc.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits to prevent future complications and maintain their oral health.

Oral Health Therapist

Lumino Courtenay Dental
05.2016 - 12.2017
  • Collaborated with dental team members to provide seamless, multidisciplinary care for patients of all ages.

Dental Therapy Placement

Wairoa Community Oral Health Services
04.2015 - 06.2015
  • Worked in a rural dental clinic setting, serving predominantly Maori populations and low socio-economic communities.
  • It showed me the challenges faced by certain communities living in a remote setting and how important it is to provide them with oral health care.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Advanced Clinical Practice

University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC
06.2021

Bachelor of Oral Health -

University of Otago
Dunedin, NZ
12.2015

Bachelor of Science - Anatomy & Structural Biology

University of Otago
Dunedin, NZ
12.2012

Skills

  • Orthodontic Experience
  • Paediatric Dentistry
  • Patient Education
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking

References

  • Dr. Mark Ferrari, Lead Dentist, Ferrari Dental Care, Eltham, VIC, mark1ferrari@yahoo.com.au
  • Dr. Sam Reddy, Lead Dentist, Bluebird Dental, Moonee Ponds, VIC, jeevareddy74@gmail.com
  • Dr. Dhrupad Siddhanta, Prosthodontist, Sydney Dental Specialists, NSW, dhrusid@gmail.com

Timeline

Oral Health Therapist

Bluebird Dental
09.2020 - 06.2023

Oral Health Therapist

Ferrari Dental Care
09.2018 - Current

Oral Health Therapist

Teeth On Wheels
02.2018 - 09.2018

Oral Health Therapist

Lumino Courtenay Dental
05.2016 - 12.2017

Dental Therapy Placement

Wairoa Community Oral Health Services
04.2015 - 06.2015

Graduate Certificate - Advanced Clinical Practice

University of Melbourne

Bachelor of Oral Health -

University of Otago

Bachelor of Science - Anatomy & Structural Biology

University of Otago

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