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Jacqueline Ross

Jacksonville

Summary

Skilled Orthodontic and General Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Vivid Orthodontics, excelling in orthodontic wire changes and patient care. Demonstrated ability to enhance treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction through effective communication and advanced sterilization techniques. Achieved significant improvements in treatment efficiency and hygiene compliance, leveraging expertise in digital radiography and orthodontic appliance adjustment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Vivid Orthodontics
05.2024 - Current
  • Assisted orthodontists in performing complex treatments, ensuring precise execution of tasks and high-quality results.
  • Performed wire upgrades, removed and placed o-ties and powerchain, and placed brackets.
  • Prepared dental equipment and materials for orthodontic procedures, ensuring optimal readiness for efficient appointments.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices to maintain healthy teeth during orthodontic treatment phases.
  • Provided excellent patient care by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering support throughout treatment.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.

Dental Assistant

Charlton Family Dental
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • Utilized intraoral cameras to document patient conditions for treatment planning.
  • Used digital radiography software to capture and analyze dental images for diagnostics.
  • Prepared examination rooms by setting up instruments and materials.
  • Performed fluoride treatments, enhancing patient tooth strength and decay resistance.
  • Operated sterilization equipment to maintain hygiene and compliance standards.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.

Dental Assistant

Maha Family Dental
06.2020 - 04.2021
  • Utilized intraoral cameras to document patient conditions for treatment planning.
  • Used digital radiography software to capture and analyze dental images for diagnostics.
  • Prepared examination rooms by setting up instruments and materials.
  • Performed fluoride treatments, enhancing patient tooth strength and decay resistance.
  • Operated sterilization equipment to maintain hygiene and compliance standards.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
12-2026

Skills

  • Orthodontic wire changes
  • Retainer fabrication
  • Dental impressions
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Digital radiography
  • Dental terminology
  • Phone and email etiquette
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Excellent multitasking capability
  • Patient scheduling
  • Dentrix, Eaglesoft, and Cloud9 program proficiency

Certification

  • OSHA Certified
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Massachusetts Dental Board.

Timeline

Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Vivid Orthodontics
05.2024 - Current

Dental Assistant

Charlton Family Dental
05.2021 - 08.2023

Dental Assistant

Maha Family Dental
06.2020 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science

University of North Florida
Jacqueline Ross