Emma Hoffman
Doswell,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented and patient-focused Orthodontic Clinical Assistant and Treatment Coordinator with experience in delivering high-quality care and creating positive patient experiences. Skilled in assisting with orthodontic procedures, managing patient consultations, and coordinating treatment plans. Strong communicator with a passion for teamwork and efficiency in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Assistant and Treatment Coordinator
Charlottesville Orthodontics
Charlottesville, VA
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in patient management and scheduling, enhancing clinic workflow efficiency.
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Provided chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures, facilitating seamless operations for dental teams.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene practices, improving patient satisfaction rates.
- Comforted anxious patients before procedures and listened to concerns, offering support, and compassion.
- Supported training of new staff on office protocols and clinical procedures.
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- 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.
- Increased overall patient satisfaction by promptly addressing any discomfort or concerns related to their treatments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Highschool
Scranton, PASkills
- Clinical support
- Supply restocking
- Patient confidentiality
- Chart updating
- Elastics placement
- Orthodontic archwire changes
- Orthodontic bonding
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Bracket removal
- Orthodontic debonding
- X-ray processing
- Itero scans
Certification
X ray certification
Timeline
Clinical Assistant and Treatment Coordinator
Charlottesville Orthodontics
08.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Highschool