Brooke Warrick
Salem
Summary
Dynamic Orthodontic Assistant with proven expertise in 3M program management and a strong growth mindset. Excelled in team building and innovation, significantly enhancing patient care and office efficiency. Skilled in both technical procedures and digital marketing, demonstrating exceptional organization and reliability. Intentional leader with audacious advocacy and drive resulting in organizational improvement and alignment with strategic goals. Noted for being self-motivated, decisive and able to quickly adapt to change and competing demands have contributed to success providing skillful leadership.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Allen Orthodontics
06.2020 - Current
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Assisted with lazering Gingivectomy and TADs appliances.
- Fully trained with iTero 3D scanner and 3shape scanner.
- 3M specialist, to include, entering and submitting all new 3M initial start cases.
- Delivering and bonding all initial 3M attachments/Grip attachments.
- Assisted in the lab and knowledgeable in making 3D printing models, active retainers, mouth guards, bending fix lingual retainers, and adjusting Pontics.
- Treated emergency patients outside of business hours.
- Trained new hires.
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Sammy Caves
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations to include Hawley retainers.
- Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
- Increased overall patient satisfaction by promptly addressing any discomfort or concerns related to their treatments.
- Enhanced practice efficiency by maintaining well-organized inventory of orthodontic supplies and equipment.
- Knowledgeable in Archwire adjustments.
- Removal of all brackets, bands and glue.
- Managed emergency situations calmly, providing immediate care when necessary before escalating to the orthodontist if needed.
- Collaborated effectively with other team members to ensure smooth workflow within the practice.
- Sterilization of instruments.
Orthodontic Assistant
Innovative Orthodontics
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Initial and final treatment records (intra/extra oral photos, impressions and x-rays.)
- Experienced in class elastics, headgear and DynaFlex springs.
- Constructed Essix retainers and in house Invisalign trays with Moon ray 3D printer.
- Managed office social media accounts (Facebook and My Social Practice.)
- Coordinated quarterly contests for patients and theme days for office staff monthly.
Orthodontic Assistant
Olsen Orthodontics
06.2014 - 01.2018
- OSHA officer for practice.
- Four years working with TOPS.
- Ordered all supplies and checked received inventory once a month.
- Member of marketing team and marketing to GP offices.
- Scheduled appointments, answered phones and trained for treatment coordinating if needed.
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
- Assisted in fabricating custom orthodontic appliances tailored to individual patient needs.
Orthodontic/General Assistant
DentalWorks
04.2012 - 07.2014
- Responsible for all Invisalign cases.
- Delivers crowns, partials and dentures.
- Assisted Dr. in all procedures to include extractions, fillings, root canal, crown prep and 6 month smiles.
- Supported daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and increasing overall productivity.
- Supported customer service efforts when needed addressing concerns or requests professionally.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Assisted in meeting project deadlines by effectively managing multiple tasks and prioritizing workload.
Orthodontic Assistant
Seven Hills Orthodontics
03.2011 - 04.2012
- Managed marketing team and was responsible for marketing to GP offices.
- Responsible for opening and closing offices, seating patients in order of appointments to keep back office flow smooth.
- Writing treatment cards for work done, bonding and banding brackets, adjustments, records for exams (impressions, photos and x-rays.)
- Patient/parent instructions and RX for appliances and inventory of back office supplies.
- Front office Orthoview II, scheduling appointments, confirming appointments, pull charts, check mail, scan and file EOBs, enter new patient info, greet patients and answer multi-line phones.
Education
Dental Radiography
Dental Staff Institute of Charlotte
Charlotte, NC11-2013
Orthodontic Assisting
Trapezio
01-2012
Dental Assisting
Pima Medical Institute
Las Vegas, NV04-2011
Skills
- Program Management (3M / Social Media)
- Growth Mindset
- Innovation
- Team Building
- Very Organized
- Reliable
- Self Motivated
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Allen Orthodontics
06.2020 - Current
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Sammy Caves
09.2019 - 02.2020
Orthodontic Assistant
Innovative Orthodontics
02.2018 - 02.2019
Orthodontic Assistant
Olsen Orthodontics
06.2014 - 01.2018
Orthodontic/General Assistant
DentalWorks
04.2012 - 07.2014
Orthodontic Assistant
Seven Hills Orthodontics
03.2011 - 04.2012
Dental Radiography
Dental Staff Institute of Charlotte
Orthodontic Assisting
Trapezio
Dental Assisting
Pima Medical Institute
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