Gabrielle Koecher-Duggan
Scappoose,OR
Summary
Orthodontic care professional with commitment to achieving outstanding patient results. Proven track record in assisting with complex dental procedures, maintaining sterilized environments, and ensuring patient comfort. Strong focus on collaborative teamwork and adaptability, ensuring smooth operations in a fast-paced settings. Skilled in patient communication, chairside assistance, and using orthodontic tools and technology efficiently.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Phillips Orthodontics
06.2021 - 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, scans 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.
- Enhanced practice efficiency by maintaining well-organized inventory of orthodontic supplies and equipment.
- Maintained strict compliance with infection control protocols, contributing to safe clinic environment for patients and staff.
- Set appointments and made follow-up calls.
Sterile Processing Technician
Hiebert, Smith Dental Group
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Promoted a safe working environment, adhering to established guidelines for handling hazardous materials.
Education
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career College
Portland, OR05-2021
Skills
- Chart updating
- Elastics placement
- Orthodontic archwire changes
- Orthodontic bonding
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Orthodontic debonding
- Orthodontic emergencies
- Retainer fabrication
- Orthodontic team collaboration
- Patient scheduling
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Office administration
Certification
- Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) - Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).
- Infection Control (ICE)
- Expanded Functions Orthodontic Assistant (EFODA)
- Radiation Health and Safety (RHS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Phillips Orthodontics
06.2021 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Hiebert, Smith Dental Group
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) - Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).
- Infection Control (ICE)
- Expanded Functions Orthodontic Assistant (EFODA)
- Radiation Health and Safety (RHS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career College
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