Considerate Orthodontic Assistant supports orthodontists in treating patients requiring corrective procedures for spacing and alignment issues. Efficiently arranges dental tools and instruments and sterilizes equipment. Experience taking and developing x-rays and instructing patients on proper care of dental appliances.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Larson Orthodontic Specialists
2966 Meadowlark LN Altoona, Wi 54720. United State
03.2023 - 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.
Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
Increased overall patient satisfaction by promptly addressing any discomfort or concerns related to their treatments.
Contributed to successful treatment outcomes by accurately taking dental impressions, X-rays, and intraoral scans.
Central Sterile Processing Technician
ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL
Chippewa Falls, WI
05.2022 - Current
Retrieved soiled equipment and decontaminates and prepared for re-issue
Utilized SPM system for tracking and recording surgical instrumentation and sterilization processes
Restocked code carts by referencing par levels and current supply list and documents on code cart log
Prioritized and assembled standard and complex surgical instrumentation sets for surgical schedule
Performed rounds on designated nursing units to gather equipment for reprocessing.
Assembly Line Worker
ASHLEY FURNITURE
Chippewa Falls, WI
06.2021 - 01.2022
Notified supervisor of errors, differences or irregularities in product
Broke down and removed boxes, keeping work environment safe
Followed standard operating procedures to meet quality requirements
Sealed and stacked boxes after filling with product
Bundled empty boxes and other packing supplies to clear work area after using necessary supplies.
Assembly
THORP EQUIPMENT
Thorp, WI
03.2018 - 05.2021
Followed standard operating procedures to meet quality requirements
Recorded production floor actual counts of boxes per batch
Broke down and removed boxes, keeping work environment safe
Shoveled, swept and cleaned work areas
Determined work assignments and procedures
Performed quality checks on products and parts
Reviewed work orders and blueprints to meet product specifications.
Education
Certification In Central Service Processing Technician -
Chippewa Valley Technical School
Eau Claire, WI
05.2021
Skills
Chart updating
Elastics placement
Orthodontic archwires changes
Sterilization techniques
Patient Education
Orthodontic bonding
X-Ray Processing
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Larson Orthodontic Specialists
03.2023 - Current
Central Sterile Processing Technician
ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL
05.2022 - Current
Assembly Line Worker
ASHLEY FURNITURE
06.2021 - 01.2022
Assembly
THORP EQUIPMENT
03.2018 - 05.2021
Certification In Central Service Processing Technician -