Skye Wingo
Summary
Reliable orthodontic Assistant with 4 years of experience efficiently handling administrative tasks and assisting chairside with dental procedures. Expert in assisting with procedures, setting up exam rooms, taking photographs and x-rays, Forms Lab 3D printer ,three shape ortho analyzer and preparing materials for impressions. Team-focused with commitment to providing exceptional care to all patients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontic General and Endo Assistant
Vital Smiles
Midfield/Center Point, AL
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted orthodontist in clinical activities such as taking impressions, scans, fitting bands, placing brackets, placing arch wires. All things clinical. Some training with front desk and treatment coordinating.
- Provided patient education regarding oral hygiene and post-treatment care instructions.
- Maintained sterilization of instruments according to OSHA standards.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Prepared dental materials such as composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Fully trained in composite filling procedures
- Fully train in PA, bitewing and FMX xrays
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories.
- Explained endodontic procedures to patients in detail to ensure informed consent was obtained prior to beginning treatment.
- Administered local anesthetic agents prior to performing endodontic procedures.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive measures that can be taken at home.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments provided in a timely manner according to established protocols.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations by maintaining a clean work environment free from hazards.
- Followed up with patients after procedures for proper pain management.
- Assisted Hygienist in perio probing
Orthodontic Assistant
PT Orthodontics
Gadsden, AL
11.2022 - 01.2023
- took both panoramic and cephalometric x-rays as well as facial and intraoral photographs before putting them into our software system.
- placing brackets for the doctor, able to perform each step of the bonding process while maintaining sanitation standards.
- Properly operating an Itero scanner for Invisalign.
- taking impressions and properly using a grinder and essix machine for clear retainers.
- worked flexible hours at various location within 100 miles of my home address.
- efficiently operated a micro etch machine.
- Spoke to patients and informed them on proper oral hygiene and how to care for their braces/ invisalign.
- correctly memorized and execute up to date chairside procedures to assist the doctor
Stable Hand
Ted Carson Arabians
Allgood, AL
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Maintained saddles, bridles and riding gear and helped fit items to specific horses.
- Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming.
- Assisted in ranch animal breeding and raising procedures by shearing, crutching, branding and dipping.
- Prepped horses for travel.
- Prepared horses for specific competitions or tasks.
- Groomed horses to prepare for exhibitions.
- Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
Orthodontic Assistant
Walker And Walker Orthodontics
Gadsden, AL
07.2020 - 11.2020
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing patients, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Learned how to properly operate a Trios scanner , Three Shape ortho analyzer and Form Labs 3D printer.
- Traveled between both locations when needed.
Customer Service Cashier /Store Attendant
Its Yogurt Time
Gadsden , AL
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Welcomed, greeted and assisted guests in high-traffic store, generating more business.
- Processing cash and credit card payment at the register
- Abiding by the local county sanitation and health code standards to confirm we are serving our guests in a safe and clean environment consistently
- Stay updated on current menu choices, specialties and menu deviations etc.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alabama Connections Academy
Online12.2020
Skills
Thoroughly follow HIPPA and OSHA standards
Detail oriented
Patient communication
Collaboration with doctors as well as other team members
take impressions and pouring models
Timeline
Orthodontic General and Endo Assistant
Vital Smiles
02.2023 - Current
Orthodontic Assistant
PT Orthodontics
11.2022 - 01.2023
Stable Hand
Ted Carson Arabians
11.2020 - 03.2021
Orthodontic Assistant
Walker And Walker Orthodontics
07.2020 - 11.2020
Customer Service Cashier /Store Attendant
Its Yogurt Time
10.2019 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Alabama Connections Academy
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