Nikki L. Brady
Spring Grove,PA
Summary
Experienced with managing administrative and support functions efficiently. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to enhance team productivity and achieve project goals. Strong understanding of organizational workflows and task prioritization, ensuring seamless operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant /Senior Lab Technician
Shoe Orthodontics
02.2018 - 01.2025
- Provide orthodontic care to both children and adult patients
- Performing full and limited bonding of brackets, instruction of orthodontic appliances, wire changes, clear aligners delivery and deboned procedures
- Sterilization, radiology using vatech CBCT imaging software, use Itero and AlliedStar intra oral scanners for impressions, taking photos and mounting them into Ortho2 and Tops software, band and bond appliances
- Prepping scans in EasyRX, Raywear and ULAB for printing of models
- Printing models with a SprintRay3D printer
- Manufacturing orthodontics appliances for patients
- Maintained accurate records of purchase orders, invoices, and other relevant documentation for easy retrieval and reference for the lab
- Submitting cases to outside labs and tracking to ensure cases would be received for patients bonding appointment such as Invisalign, Solventum, Spark, Angel Aligners, ULab, NeoLab, and LightForce
EFDA Extern
Family Smiles Dentistry, Dr. Diana Shoe
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepare patients for dental procedures, and assist the dentist with sterilizing or disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, and preparing materials
- Expose intraoral dental diagnostic x-rays in accordance with all guidelines to ensure patient safety and taking intraoral photographs to help education
- Take and record patient medical and dental histories and vital signs, and record treatment information in patient records
- Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by the dentist and instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs with a friendly and engaging demeanor
- Performing all EFDA duties under the supervision of a dentist
QDA /Oral Surgeon Assistant / OSHA Coordinator
Dental One Associates
04.2007 - 02.2018
- Prepare patients for dental procedures, and assist the dentist with sterilizing or disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, and preparing materials
- Expose intraoral dental diagnostic x-rays in accordance with all guidelines to ensure patient safety and taking intraoral photographs to help education
- Take and record patient medical and dental histories and vital signs, and record treatment information in patient records
- Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by the dentist and instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs with a friendly and engaging demeanor
- Help to submit dental claims to the insurance companies but mailing claim forms to insurance companies and NEA claims electronic attachment
- Scheduled appointments and send reminders
- Sending insurance documents, preparing bills and receiving payment for dental services
- Make temporary crowns and place retraction cord
Hygienist Assistant / Certified Dental Assistant
Premier Dental Care
06.2005 - 04.2007
- Scheduled appointments and send reminders using Appointy scheduling software, and fill in insurance documents, prepare bills and receive payment for dental services
- Made preliminary impressions and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts, and mastered pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts
- Fabricated and fit orthodontic appliances for patients, including bands, wires, and retainers
- Cleaned teeth with dental instruments and finished with applications of fluoride
- Assist in the management of dental and medical emergencies with professionalism and calm
Education
Diploma - Expanded Function Dental Assistant
YTI Career Institute
Lancaster, PA01.2022
Dental Radiation Technologist
DANB
Columbia, MD01.2006
Qualified Dental Assistant
DANB
Columbia, MD01.2006
Skills
- Organized and efficient
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Team collaborated
- CPR & First Aid
- Equipment maintenance
- Fast learner
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and leadership qualities
Certification
- Oral Radiography License - Pennsylvania
- Qualified Dental Assistant - Maryland
- BLS/CPR/AED Certification
- PA EFDA License
Timeline
EFDA Extern
Family Smiles Dentistry, Dr. Diana Shoe
07.2021 - 01.2022
Orthodontic Assistant /Senior Lab Technician
Shoe Orthodontics
02.2018 - 01.2025
QDA /Oral Surgeon Assistant / OSHA Coordinator
Dental One Associates
04.2007 - 02.2018
Hygienist Assistant / Certified Dental Assistant
Premier Dental Care
06.2005 - 04.2007
Dental Radiation Technologist
DANB
Qualified Dental Assistant
DANB
Diploma - Expanded Function Dental Assistant
YTI Career Institute
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