Teri Tomkins

2704 Andrew Ct, Dubuque, IA 52001 | H: (563) 320-1697 | teri.joens@gmail.com

Objective
To obtain employment as a Dental Hygienist while bringing a vast knowledge in the expertise of performing
dental procedures including scaling and root planning and other non-surgical periodontal therapies.
Exceptional skills and knowledge with the prevention of dental caries and gum disease.

Education
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
Associates of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene May 2021

Scott Community College

Bettendorf, IA
Dental Assisting Diploma December 2011

Clinical Experience
 University of Iowa College of Dentistry August 2019- May 2021
-Iowa City, IA
 His Hands Dental Clinic March 2021
-Cedar Rapids, IA
 Iowa City VA Clinic April 2021
-Iowa City, IA

Certifications and Accomplishments

 CPR certification
 Registered Dental Assistant (Iowa)
 Dental Radiology (Iowa)
 Expanded Function in Pulp Vitality testing only
 Participated in Iowa Mission of Mercy in Davenport, IA in 2012

Professional Experience

Crescent Community Health Center

Dental Assistant 09/2016 to Present
Dubuque, IA

 Sterilization technician
 Assist with multiple procedures including fillings, extractions and some root canals.
 Help the local community gain a better knowledge of their overall dental needs
 Schedule appointments while also discussing insurance or sliding fee scale program.
 Greet patients and make them feel welcome. Answer any questions they have regarding treatment.
 Adhere to proper infection control standards before, during and after treatment
The Kuttler Dental Team 11/2015-08/2016
Dental Assistant
Dubuque, IA

 Greet and prepare patients for dental examinations.

 Properly sterilize dental equipment and examination rooms in accordance with infection control
policies.
 Effectively operate x-ray machines and develop x-rays.
 Make preliminary impressions for study casts. Pour, trim and polish study cast models.
 Correctly arrange instrument trays prior to dental procedures and surgeries.
 Assist dentist and front staff with other duties as needed.

Main Family Dental Care 02/2015 to 08/2015

Dental Assistant
Davenport, IA

 Prepare patient, sterilize, or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, and
assist dentist during procedures.
 Adhere to proper infection control standards before, during, and after treatments.
 Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
 Provide post-operative instructions prescribed by dentist.
 Schedule appointments, prepare bills and receive payment for dental services. Complete insurance
forms and maintain records manually or using computer.

Jane A. Chiappinelli DDS

Practice limited to Endodontics 02/2012 to 02/2015
Dental Assistant
Davenport, IA

 Assist with root canal therapy and other Endodontic-related procedures.

 Sterilization technician
 Adhere to proper infection control standards before, during, and after treatment.
 Help evaluate and assess emergency patients.
 Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs and providing patients with the
knowledge related to root canal therapy.
 Assist dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.
 Schedule appointments and collect money from patients and/or insurance. Assist with other front
office duties as needed.
 Greet patients and make them feel welcome.

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Bartender 03/2009 to 06/2012
Rock Island, Ill
 References

Jane Chiappinelli DDS Professional

Endodontist
Bettendorf, IA
(563)650-6660

Jeffry Breitbach DDS

Crescent Community Health Center Professional
1690 Elm St #400
Dubuque, IA
(563)690-2852
jbreitbach@crescentchc.org

Daniel Branson DDS Professional

Brodhead Dental Clinic
Brodhead, WI
(608)897-8645
Dentist@brodheaddental.com

Amy Casey, RDH Professional

Dental Hygiene Clinic Instructor
University of Iowa College of Dentistry
Iowa City, IA
amy.casey@kirkwood.edu