Resourceful Orthodontic Assistant with 12 years of expertise using teamwork and communication to drive outstanding patient care. Efficient when prepping exam rooms and sterilizing tools and equipment using standard infection control procedures. Resolves problems and handles issues quickly while following protocols.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder and Partner
Maison Benjamin
10.2020 - Current
Maison Benjamin Luxury travel & lifestyle management
Studio Support Lead
Wally Health
11.2022 - 04.2024
Communication with equipment vendors & reps by email & phone as needed to coordinate troubleshooting, repairs, and some ordering processes
Supply order management: submitting supply order for each studio according to allotted budget and ordering interval. Working with DA team to adjust ordering QTY Outline of DA team clinical processes & protocols to include but not limited to
Steri workflow (instrument processing)
Opening/Closing Protocols
Spore testing
Line Maintenance
ASI Maintenance
Equipment Maintenance (weekly, monthly, gtlx)
Scheduling of team members, partner with OM Traffic control help of studio schedule
Update schedule daily and weekly ensuring they have correct providers and codes
Update AO codes
Ensure we are flagging missing NPFs, Consent Forms, and Comp Exam/3D
Scans needed
Check out process for all appointments (relinquished from Careteam)
In-Person (once a month)
DA team training(s)
Implementation of DA clinical team processes for each studio.
Initial implementation & oversight as well as continued evaluation & support [determine predicted split of studio visits, what the goals of each are.
Monthly assessments on equipment and any physical troubleshooting that is required
Lead Orthodontic Assistant
Tend
09.2020 - Current
Prepare studio suites for Tend members
Take high quality digital scans to collect diagnostic data
Prepare members for orthodontic treatment by creating a welcoming, comforting environment
Work independently to provide direct member care including insertion of dental appliances and placement of orthodontic brackets/wires
Assist doctor chair-side with all aspects of member care and treatment
Communicate oral hygiene plans as directed by the doctor
Document completed procedures and recommendations
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
Protect members and other team members by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
Maintain orthodontic supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Senior Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Stony Brook University School Of Dental Medicine
10.2012 - 08.2019
Helped Residents complete routine and advanced procedures by preparing patients and instruments for expected needs
Managed Ortho Department inventory by restocking supplies and placing purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Assisted Residents with bonding and debonding procedures.
Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental clinic setting and patient safety.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment.
Orthodontic Assistant
Ciccio & Demarest Orthodontics
08.2006 - 09.2012
Prepped all examination rooms, sterilized equipment and instruments and maintained appropriate tray setup.
Helped Drs. complete routine and advanced procedures by preparing patients and instruments for expected needs.
Taught patients successful strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting gums and tooth enamel from damage.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
Took dental images
Booked appointments for patients using Tops.
Assisted dentist in management of medical or
dental emergencies.
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