Devon Hynds
Lancaster,PA
Summary
Hardworking and reliable Orthodontic Assistance with strong ability in multitasking. Offering time management and self-sufficiency. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Knowledgable with 11-year background working in the Orthodontic industry. Skilled at making patients feel comfortable by providing thorough information regarding procedures. Warm and kind with exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Olson Orthodontics
York, PA
05.2016 - Current
- Assisted orthodontist in clinical activities such as taking impressions, fitting bands, and placing arch wires.
- Provided patient education regarding oral hygiene and post-treatment care instructions.
- Maintained sterilization of instruments according to OSHA standards.
- Organized patient records and kept track of treatment plans.
- Prepared patients for dental radiographs and photographs.
- Scheduled appointments for patients based on availability of doctors' time slots.
- Ordered supplies for the office as needed.
- Maintained inventory of all materials used within the clinic setting.
- Communicated with other medical professionals regarding patient care needs.
- Assisted with laboratory procedures such as pouring models, trimming appliances, fabricating retainers.
- Answered phones promptly and handled inquiries from potential clients professionally.
- Processed payments for services rendered accurately and efficiently.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to orthodontics whenever possible.
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Lancaster General Hospital
Lancaster, PA
09.2013 - 05.2016
- Provided direct patient care, including bathing, dressing and grooming patients.
- Assisted in the transfer of patients from bed to wheelchair or other equipment.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to requests for assistance from other healthcare team members.
- Supported doctors during examinations or treatments by providing supplies or tools required.
- Engaged with patients on an individual basis through conversation, reading stories .
- Communicated and interacted effectively and tactfully with residents, visitors, families, peers and supervisors and practiced flexible, creative care in addition to mandated standard care.
- Promoted patient's mental alertness and physical agility through involvement in activities of interest and delivered basic emotional and psychological support to patient and family.
Dental Assistant
Center For Tmj & Sleep Disorders
Reading, PA
06.2010 - 09.2013
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care for patients suffering from sleep disorders.
- Responded promptly to calls from referring physicians regarding any questions about patient progress or treatment plans.
Education
CNA - Nursing Assistance
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA04-2013
High School Diploma -
Garden Spot Senior High School
New Holland, PA06-2010
Skills
- Orthodontic photography
- Dental impressions
- Instrument Sterilization
- Chart updating
- Orthodontic archwire changes
- Palatal expander adjustment
- Interproximal reduction
- Orthodontic emergencies
- Retainer fabrication
- Orthodontic patient scheduling
- Orthodontic team collaboration
- Orthodontic supply inventory
- Impression pouring
- Orthodontic debonding
- Orthodontic bracket placement
- Space maintainer placement
- Orthodontic bonding
- Customer Service
- Task Prioritization
- Strong manual dexterity
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Analytical Thinking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Organizational Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time Management
Certification
- RHS certified
- CPR certified
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Olson Orthodontics
05.2016 - Current
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Lancaster General Hospital
09.2013 - 05.2016
Dental Assistant
Center For Tmj & Sleep Disorders
06.2010 - 09.2013
CNA - Nursing Assistance
Harrisburg Area Community College
High School Diploma -
Garden Spot Senior High School