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Taylor Richter
Carpinteria,CA
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Summary
Detail-oriented orthodontic lab technician with 6+ years of experience, specializing in advanced technical knowledge of digital dentistry and production procedures. Methodical and well-organized with strong attention to detail and expertise in testing and enhancing devices to optimize fit. Open and clear communicator accustomed to handling high workload and deadline driven.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work History
White and Grube Orthodontics
Orthodontic assistant/Lab technician
07.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Uploading, designing and manufacturing over 400 in-house aligner cases for a two-office business in a timely manner, while performing basic laboratory tasks such as manufacturing retainers, IDB trays, bleach trays and sports guards
- Collaborated with doctors to establish and prioritize managing patient Invisalign refinements by uploading digital scans, photos and the doctor's clinical requests to the align website
- Implemented and refined basic office processes, including answering phones, scheduling appointments and reordering supplies
- Demonstrated leadership skills by connecting with local sports teams and schools, ranging from elementary to college level athletes, in order to provide proper mouthguards and educate teams on the importance of mouthguard safety
Mark A Garlington Orthodontics
Orthodontic assistant/Lab technician
04.2017 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Achieved transitioning the office into a fully digital orthodontic business, by educating the doctor and staff on the newest technological advancements, thus leading to being a part of initial market testing for phase I invisalign
- Provided clinical support chairside to help educate patients on proper instructions for oral hygiene and aligner wear
- In charge of all social media and marketing including local events, Instagram and designing and manufacturing a Invisalign case study book showcasing some of our more complex cases to surrounding offices, which ultimately increased our referral patients.
- Lab manager in charge of 3D printing and designing models, which allows the ability to make aligners, retainers, sports guards, bleaching trays, bite plates, IDB trays
- Consulting with new patients, guiding them around the office and taking records which included x-rays, photos and digital impressions
Education
Cypress CollegeCypress, CA
Associates Degree from Dental Assisting
2017
Santa Barbara City CollegeSanta Barbara, CA
Associate from General Education
2014
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Reliable and focused
- Collaborative team member
- Ability to adapt and overcome
- Exceptional customer service
- Expert in digital dentistry
Affiliations
Jennifer Capalby
Business Manager, White and Grube Orthodontics
Phone: (805) 962-7441
Dr. Mark Garlington
Doctor, Garlington Orthodontics
Phone: (562) 439-4553
Joel Silva
Dental Assisting Program Director, Cypress College
Phone: (714) 484-7293
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Timeline
Orthodontic assistant/Lab technician
White and Grube Orthodontics
07.2019 - Current
Orthodontic assistant/Lab technician
Mark A Garlington Orthodontics
04.2017 - 06.2019
Cypress College
Associates Degree from Dental Assisting
Santa Barbara City College
Associate from General Education
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