Andrea Rutkowski
Williamsville,NY
Summary
Dedicated and mindful individual looking to offer passionate and informed support for students and staff. Experienced interpersonal communicator addresses unique queries within educational settings and accommodates staff curriculum requirements.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stay at Home Mom
Self-employeed
06.2017 - Current
- Managed household and family responsibilities, including child care and housekeeping.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Developed strong organizational skills through working on multiple projects.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Orthodontic Assistant
More Than A Smile Orthodontics
06.2013 - 06.2017
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Provided counseling to patients and parents on oral hygiene practices and care during orthodontic treatment.
- Assisted doctors with patient care and treatment, including the placement and adjustment of ceramic and traditional brackets, band fittings, and arch wire changes.
- Collected and managed diagnostic records, including photographs, cephalometric and panoramic X-rays, PVS impressions, and tracked patient treatment progress.
- Performed removal of cement from bands using hand scalers and delivered orthodontic appliances such as expanders, Forsus, MARA, and Nance appliances.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Delivered post-operative care instructions, demonstrating proper oral hygiene techniques and appliance removal in accordance with established protocols.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
Sever/Sales Associate
Red Lobster
06.2010 - 06.2013
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Generated top sales marks, as well as up sales on a monthly basis
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
Education
Expanded Functions Dental Assisting Certification -
ERIE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Williamsville, NY05.2013
Associate in Applied Science - Dental Laboratory Technology
ERIE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Orchard Park, NY08.2010
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Calm Under Pressure
- Active Listening
- Organization and Time Management
- Problem Resolution
References
Available upon request
Certification
CPR, 2013, 2015
Timeline
Stay at Home Mom
Self-employeed
06.2017 - Current
Orthodontic Assistant
More Than A Smile Orthodontics
06.2013 - 06.2017
Sever/Sales Associate
Red Lobster
06.2010 - 06.2013
Expanded Functions Dental Assisting Certification -
ERIE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Associate in Applied Science - Dental Laboratory Technology
ERIE COMMUNITY COLLEGE