Alyssa Cowan
Miami
Summary
Orthodontic Assistant who supports orthodontists in treating patients requiring corrective procedures for spacing and alignment issues. Experience taking and developing x-rays and instructing patients on proper care of dental appliances. I am currently pursuing a Doctorate in Dental Medicine. Focused on increasing clinical knowledge and achieving great success through targeted assessments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Naidu Othodontics
08.2020 - Current
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Took x-rays, photographs and scanned impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, determining provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Prepped examination rooms, sterilized equipment and instruments, and maintained appropriate tray setup.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for the next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by the dentist.
- Maintain supply inventories and keep equipment in operating conditions.
Student Office Assistant
University Of Florida, Gainesville
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Collaborated with various departments to complete assigned tasks.
- Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate, and professional communication.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on a daily basis.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
Florida International University
Miami, FL08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL08.2020
High School Diploma -
School For Advanced Studies North
Miami, FL06.2017
Associate of Science - Biology
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL04.2017
Skills
- Infection Control/ OSHA
- Data Entry
- Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
- Orthodontic Photography
- Patient Education
- X-Ray Processing
- Inventory Replenishment
- Microsoft Office, Excel
- Research/ Laboratory experience
Hobbies
- Singing
- Painting
- Cosmetic makeup
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Naidu Othodontics
08.2020 - Current
Student Office Assistant
University Of Florida, Gainesville
05.2019 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Public Health
Florida International University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Florida
High School Diploma -
School For Advanced Studies North
Associate of Science - Biology
Miami Dade College
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