Whitney Van Kampen

(563) 593-6674
Whit_lynn23@hotmail.com
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Education
Kirkwood Community College, Cedar Rapids, IA
Dental Hygienist, Associate of Applied Science pending 05/23
 GPA 3.81
 Dean’s list Fall 2021-Spring 2023
 Study Abroad Service Trip in Antigua, Guatemala 01/23
Dental Assistant, Associate of Applied Science obtained 12/20

Clinical Rotations: (720+ Hours) 08/21-present

University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Clinics: Rotations
 Preventative
 Periodontics
 Radiography
 Pediatrics
 Family Dentistry
 Special Needs Clinic

Clinical Experience:
Dental Hygiene Student 08/21-Present
 Competent and proficient in physical assessments inclusive of vital signs and able to
make clinical recommendations
 Effectively performed SRP, prophylaxis, ultrasonic, and scaling in the presence of
gingival inflammation
 Worked with a diverse range of patients including pediatric and special needs patients
 Performed comprehensive data gathering including: medical, dental, and social histories.
 Completed comprehensive periodontal assessments
 Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
 Knowledgeable in medications and oral effects
 Experience in communication with doctors, residents, and dental students
 Educated patients in oral hygiene instructions

Skills:
 Local anesthesia administration
 Performing CMS, BW, VBW, periapical, and panoramic radiographs
 Making impressions and pouring study models
 Individualized treatment planning
 Applying sealants and topical fluoride varnish
 Performing cancer screenings
 Asepsis
Certifications:
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), American Heart Association 08/16

Professional Affiliation:
Member of ADHA (American Dental Hygiene Association) 04/23

Work Experience:
System Unlimited, Inc., Iowa City, IA 07/16-08/19
Direct Support Professional
 Provided direct care for individuals with mental and physical disability
 Administered medications as directed by physician
 Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing
 Knowledgeable in working with wide range of individuals including; blind and high-
risk seizure patients.
 Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support
 Performed basic house cleaning and cooking duties

Computer Skills
Experienced in Microsoft Office Programs: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
Knowledgeable in MiPacs and Axium software.

References:

Lisa Hebl, Clinic Director Shaunda Clark, Program Director

Kirkwood Community College Kirkwood Community College
Dental Hygiene Program Dental Hygiene Program
6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 398-7601 (319) 398-5514
lisa.heble@kirkwood.edu Shaunda.clark@kirkwood.edu

Melanie Womachka, Clinic Dentist Paula Spaight, Clinic Instructor

Tharp Womachka Dental University of Iowa COD
101 W 3rd St 801 Newton Rd
West Liberty, IA 52776 Iowa City, IA 52242
(319) 627-2328 (319) 538-6026
thwdental@gmail.com p.spagiht@yahoo.com