Willow Boswinkle
Arlington
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented future Registered Dental Hygienist with proven expertise in preventive oral care, periodontal therapy, and patient education. Skilled in radiograph interpretation, scaling and root planing, and promoting long-term oral health through evidence-based practice. Known for building strong patient relationships, demonstrating cultural sensitivity, and collaborating effectively within dental teams. Committed to delivering high-quality care while maintaining a safe and comfortable clinical environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dog Caretaker
Waggy Walkys Pet Care
Arlington
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Responsible for providing daily care and exercise to all dogs in the facility, including feeding, grooming and cleaning up after them.
- Provided socialization opportunities for shy or anxious animals through walks around the neighborhood or visits to local parks.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with clients.
- Maintained records of medications administered, vaccinations given and general health information for each animal.
- Kept accurate logbooks regarding daily activities of all animals in the facility.
- Conducted regular health checks on animals, monitored their behavior and reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
Pittsburgh, PA05-2025
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Clinical assessments
- Prophylaxis
- Root planing and scaling expertise
- Dental radiography
- Radiograph interpretation
- Dental anatomy
- Gum disease identification
- Pain control
- Anesthetic administration
- Fluoride application
- Sealant application
- Dental implant care
- Cavity prevention education
- Nutritional counseling
- Evidence-based practice
- Patient communication
- Active listening
- Patient relationship building
- Relationship building
- Cultural sensitivity
- Adaptability
- Patient management
- Case management
- Treatment planning
- Professionalism
- Dental ethics
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Detail orientation
- Hand dexterity
- Record keeping
- Patient charting
- Medical records management
- Appointment scheduling
- Instrument and room setup
- Organizational skills
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Affiliations
- Student American Dental Hygienists' Association (SADHA)- Current member
- Volunteer Across the World (VAW)- Volunteered in a clinic in Guatemala and assisted dentists (May 2021)
- Missions of Mercy- Provided free dental care to people of all ages of low SES (November 2024)
- Give Kids a Smile Day- Provided free dental care to kids of low SES (April 2025)
Certification
- Simulated Patient Treatment Clinical Examination - Passed
- Computer Simulated Clinical Examination - CSCE OSCE - Passed
- National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE) - Sitting in June 2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dog Caretaker
Waggy Walkys Pet Care
07.2023 - 08.2024
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
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