Yondra Batiste
Port Sulphur ,LA
Summary
Accomplished Lead Orthodontic Assistant with a proven track record at Taylor Dental. Showcases expertise in orthodontic procedures and exceptional interpersonal communication. Excels in leading teams, implementing infection control protocols, and enhancing patient satisfaction. Demonstrates ability to multitask with a keen attention to detail, significantly improving treatment outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Orthodontic Assistant
Taylor Dental
Lafayette, LA
05.2021 - 01.2024
- Monitored patient progress over time to ensure desired results were achieved.
- Conducted follow up calls with patients post-appointment to assess overall satisfaction levels.
- Performed chairside assistance during orthodontic treatments including bracket placement, banding, wire bending, archwires changes.
- Maintained accurate records of treatment plans, patient progress, and case notes for review by the Orthodontist.
- Instructed new employees on sterilization methods adhering to OSHA guidelines.
- Created model of patient's mouth by pouring plaster into dental impression and allowing plaster to set.
- Managed front desk operations such as scheduling appointments, verifying insurance coverage, and collecting payments.
- Scheduled appointments, prepare bills and receive payment for dental services, complete insurance forms and maintained records, manually, and using computer.
Orthodontic Assistant
Gottscegen Orthodontics
Shreveport , LA
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Bonded and placed bands and wires according to orthodontist specifications.
- Assisted orthodontists with patient exams and charting, including taking intraoral photos and radiographs.
- Created model of patient's mouth by pouring plaster into dental impression and allowing plaster to set.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and orthodontic care.
- Organized office supplies, restocked exam rooms, cleaned equipment, and updated patient records according to established procedures.
- Took photographs of patients' teeth to aid orthodontist in developing treatment plans.
- Fabricated and adjusted retainers and braces for patients.
- Operated X-ray machines safely following manufacturer's instructions for radiation protection measures.
Surgical Dental Assistant
Oral Surgery Services
New Orleans, LA
02.2017 - 11.2019
- Provided assistance to dentists during surgeries such as handing instruments, suctioning saliva and other fluids, and keeping patient mouths dry.
- Assisted in the preparation of patients and equipment for dental surgery procedures, including sterilization of instruments and prepping rooms.
- Recognized potential issues that may arise during surgery operations and took appropriate action accordingly.
- Conducted post-operative care instructions with patients by providing education on proper oral hygiene practices, diet restrictions, and wound care.
- Processed digital x-rays using specialized software programs.
- Executed laboratory duties such as taking impressions for crowns or bridges, pouring models for study casts, fabricating temporary crowns or bridges, preparing whitening trays.
- Provided support during emergency situations by responding quickly and efficiently.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Health Science
Southern Of Shreveport
Shreveport05.2024
Dental Assistant - undefined
Unitech Training Academy
Lafayette, LA09.2017
Skills
- Orthodontic assistant expertise
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- HIPAA compliance
- Interpersonal communication
- Infection control protocols
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking capabilities
- Digital radiography proficiency
- Appointment scheduling
- Insurance coordination
- Orthodontic expertise
- Orthodontic appliance fabrication
- Dental impressions
- Sterilization techniques
- Data entry
- Chart updating
Certification
- Certified dental Assistant
- Radiology Cert
Timeline
Lead Orthodontic Assistant
Taylor Dental
05.2021 - 01.2024
Orthodontic Assistant
Gottscegen Orthodontics
01.2020 - 04.2021
Surgical Dental Assistant
Oral Surgery Services
02.2017 - 11.2019
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Health Science
Southern Of Shreveport
Dental Assistant - undefined
Unitech Training Academy