Miranda Peeler
Gaffney,SC
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 fast-paced settings. Skilled in patient communication, chairside assistance, and using orthodontic tools and technology efficiently.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
NTH Degree Orthodontics
04.2024 - 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, 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.
Dental Assistant
Foothills Dental
12.2021 - 04.2024
- Maintain sterile, clean, and positive environment for patient comfort
- Work chairside assisting dentist with specialized procedures, while keeping patients relaxed during visits
- Sterilize instruments, maintain patient records, expose and process dental x-rays
- Some front office experience, scheduling patients
- Handling payment at check out
- Help with calling patients to confirm their appointments
Dental Assistant
Catawba River Dentistry
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Maintain sterile, clean, and positive environment for patient comfort
- Work chairside assisting dentist with specialized procedures, while keeping patients relaxed during visits
- Sterilize instruments, maintain patient records, expose and process dental x-rays
CNA
White Oak Estate
05.2018 - 11.2020
- Assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, in and out of wheelchairs and with bathing
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine
- Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff
Dental Assistant (DA1)- Training
Lake Wylie school of Dental Assisting
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Trained in dental radiography (X-ray certified)
- Composition of the teeth and dental terminology
- Ethical and Legal issues in dentistry
- Lab work on dental materials, fixed prosthodontics, bleaching trays and temporary crown fabrications topical and local anesthetic and infection control
Sales Associate
Pottery Barn
10.2013 - 08.2018
- Greeted customers and assist what each customer wants or needs
- Described merchandise and explained use, operation, and care of merchandise to customers
- Recommended, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires
- Calculated sales prices, total purchases, and receive and process cash or credit payment
- Answered questions regarding the store and its merchandise
Nursing Assistant - Training
Spartanburg Community College - Certified Nursing Program
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff
- Gathered information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine
- Documented or otherwise report observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, in and out of wheelchairs and with showering
- Communicated with patients to ascertain feelings or need for assistance or social and emotional support
Order Picker
JL Gaddy
04.2016 - 08.2017
- Safely, accurately filled, and packed orders for nationwide distribution
- Performed inventory audits to ensure accurate replenishment and mitigation of theft
- Picked orders with scanner and stocked merchandise
Customer Service Agent
Bering Air
02.2014 - 08.2014
- Assisted customers with check-in, and any questions about flight
- Checked weight of baggage, weigh, and check in freight
- Made flight reservations and hand wrote tickets for freight and customers
Cashier and Cook
Bristol Café
08.2012 - 01.2014
- Assist customers with ordering, and anything else
- Opened and closed registers (counting money, to make sure no theft or shortage)
- Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils
- Cook the number of items ordered by each customer, working on several different orders simultaneously
Education
No Degree - Dental Assistant
Lake Wylie School of Dental Assisting
Clover, SC06-2020
No Degree - Certified Nurse Assistant
Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg, SC01-2018
High School Diploma -
Blacksburg High School
Blacksburg, SC06-2012
Skills
- Chart updating
- Orthodontic bonding
- Bracket removal
- Orthodontic patient satisfaction
- Orthodontic de-bonding
- X-ray processing
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
NTH Degree Orthodontics
04.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Foothills Dental
12.2021 - 04.2024
Dental Assistant
Catawba River Dentistry
10.2020 - 10.2021
Dental Assistant (DA1)- Training
Lake Wylie school of Dental Assisting
06.2020 - 09.2020
CNA
White Oak Estate
05.2018 - 11.2020
Nursing Assistant - Training
Spartanburg Community College - Certified Nursing Program
01.2018 - 04.2018
Order Picker
JL Gaddy
04.2016 - 08.2017
Customer Service Agent
Bering Air
02.2014 - 08.2014
Sales Associate
Pottery Barn
10.2013 - 08.2018
Cashier and Cook
Bristol Café
08.2012 - 01.2014
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
No Degree - Dental Assistant
Lake Wylie School of Dental Assisting
No Degree - Certified Nurse Assistant
Spartanburg Community College
High School Diploma -
Blacksburg High School
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