Accomplished Treatment Coordinator/ Dental Assistant with a progressive industry background and decisive leadership style. Over 14 years of experience in the dental profession. Expertise in treatment planning, dental procedures, and chairside assisting. Offers adaptable, forward-thinking mindset, with interpersonal and organizational skills. Eager to work for a privately owned practice with opportunities for personal growth within.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer, Treatment Coordinator
Redemption Orthodontics
02.2022 - Current
Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep practice running smoothly while meeting business goals.
Monitored and analyzed industry trends to identify opportunities for organizational growth and competitiveness.
Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.
Refined organizational structure to consolidate, streamline, and delineate necessary functions.
Represented the office at events to promote and build relationships
Developed and implemented recommendations for service improvement.
Established and maintained strong relationships with patients, vendors, and strategic partners.
Managed financial, operational, and human resources to optimize business performance.
Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision-making.
Represented the practice at industry conferences and events.
Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
Shaped solutions and approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries.
Researched billing issues, scheduled appointments, and verified insurance coverage.
Explained to doctors treatment recommendations and reviewed x-rays with patients to help determine the best treatment options.
Laid out potential payment plans for patients.
Worked closely with patients to deliver excellent and direct individualized patient care.
Office Manager, Clinical Coordinator
Dr. Snead/Vibrant Orthodontics
03.2016 - 04.2022
Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
Created, maintained, and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for the company database.
Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
Managed compliance to keep the organization operating within legal and regulatory guidelines.
Improved safety procedures to promote employee well-being and safety and protect company from potential liability.
Evaluated employee records and productivity and submitted evaluation reports.
Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Recruited, interviewed, and hired employees and implemented mentoring to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules, and monitored performance.
Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Took x-rays, photographs and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Entered patient data into the computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high accuracy.
Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
Clinical Manager, Certified Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Heather K Burch
10.2009 - 01.2016
Identified opportunities to improve clinical practices, devised strategies and implemented plans to increase patient care standards and enhance operational procedures.
Communicated effectively with staff members, doctors, and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
Regularly evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
Delivered effective onboarding and training to new and existing employees and cross-trained staff members in other job roles to maximize coverage.
Facilitate hiring of qualified Dental Assistant personnel by interviewing applicants and making recommendations for employment.
Delegated tasks to staff members, monitored completion of all duties, and provided support to enhance performance.
Worked with office manager to develop dental staff education, evaluation, performance management, and competency improvement.
Handled job duties for staff members who were unavailable or out of the office.
Implemented ongoing learning strategies such as tutorials, and instructional modules, and supervised hands-on sessions to help assistants and staff improve understanding of dental equipment and care best practices.
Cocktail Waitress/Bartender Shift Manager
Aj's Sports Bar
08.2003 - 01.2010
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shifts, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Upsold to customers, driving up per-sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
Owner/operator Liquor Store & Redemption Center at Main Street Liquor and RedemptionOwner/operator Liquor Store & Redemption Center at Main Street Liquor and Redemption