Orthodontist assistants assist the orthodontists in preparing patients for complex or tedious oral surgery procedures. Apart from assisting the orthodontists in various aspects of patient care, these assistants are actively involved in disbursing the following roles and responsibilities – greeting the patients and making them feel comfortable for the dental procedures, prepping the mouth and cleaning the braces of the patients, taking x-rays of bone structure of the jaw, taking photographs of teeth, creating molds for patient’s bite, sterilizing the tools and the place, cleaning patient’s mouth and assisting in scheduling appointments.
Apart from possessing licensure, certification, and other education requisites, aspiring orthodontist assistants are expected to highlight in their Orthodontist Assistant Resume – great interpersonal skills, thorough knowledge of orthodontic procedures and dental hygiene and multi-tasking abilities. Orthodontist assistants do not need any formal education beyond a high school diploma, as these assistants gain experience and enhance job prospects through on-the-job training only.
Objective : Encourage and promote public health education within the framework of legal, ethical, moral, and professional standards Provide leadership within the public health profession to Collaborate with other professionals.
Put braces on patients, work on braces making all adjustments, and taking braces off.
Answered phones and scheduling appointments. Entering new patient's information into the system.
Assisted the dentist during orthodontic examinations and procedures Inform patients on pre-op and post-op instructions.
Prepared and arranged needed tools and instruments for scheduled procedures Hand necessary tools and equipment.
Certified Orthodontist Assistant Independently applies, adjusts, and removes braces Start and complete IB's and discuss proper hygiene with the patient.
Worked directly with the doctor in applying, adjusting, and removing braces Work independently on patients Take and download digital photos.
Led all pre-appointed preparations (confirm appointments and post-appointment follow-ups).
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Business
Orthodontist Assistant Resume
Objective : Highly qualified Orthodontist Assistant with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and would excel in the collaborative environment.
Skills : Customer Service, Medical Terminology, OSHA regulations, Maintain records.
Description :
Possessed skills and knowledge in different nursing areas including pediatrics, pediatric intensive care unit (PICU), oncology.
Specialized in establishing nurse-patient trust through effective communication and patient bedside care as well as the ability to maintain accurate patient records.
Dedicated and detail-oriented mindset regardless of the situation and/or surrounding environment.
Calmed and executed complex tasks during times of crisis and high-stress situations.
Maintained professionalism at all times and can effectively resolve patient or team member conflicts.
Identified the chronically ill hospitalized child's needs, anxieties, and family concerns.
Implemented appropriate interventions to address the unique developmental and emotional needs of a hospitalized child and their family.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Nursing
Orthodontist Assistant Resume
Summary : Energetic, results-oriented, eager to bring strong administrative skills to a growing company in need of top-level support. Excellent organization, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Driving, Administrative.
Description :
Performed clinical procedures such as taking oral and extraoral photos, impressions, placing separators, taking & developing x-rays.
Prepared instrument setups for clinical use, Sterilization. Maintained an effective rapport with the parent, doctor, and staff members.
Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and orthodontic care Patient follow-up care.
Measured vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse Gathered and recorded medical and dental histories.
Removed orthodontic bands, brackets, and cement Greeted and prepared patients for dental examinations Coordinated appointment schedules.
Prepared patient for the orthodontist, Perform simple tasks such as tightening braces and conduct a preliminary examination.
Politely answered phones and scheduled or confirmed office appointments and surgeries.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Diploma
Orthodontist Assistant Resume
Headline : As an Orthodontist Assistant, the Assisting program at which graduated in the top class. Being outgoing and being able to communicate with people of all ages. Know-How to be a team player, but also a strong leader.
Delivered patient instructions after appointment to ensure the patient was fully informed of their dental care needs.
Performed and developed X-rays, placed separates, and prepared tooth for placement of brackets, replacing broken brackets.
Assisted in the front office making appointments, handling files, and verifying insurance.
Prepared dental materials like types of cement, amalgam, composite, impression materials.
Promptly followed all instructions from the dentist dealing with patient comfort.
Maintained inventory, stocked all supplies, instruments, and medications, and ordered supplies.
Assisted the doctor, manage front desk responsibilities, scheduled patients, manage payment and insurance, take impressions.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma
Orthodontist Assistant Resume
Summary : Orthodontist Assistant with 2+ years of experience in Recording complete patient visits, treatment, and communication with patients in the dental record, Participating in the quality assurance program established for the clinics as required.
Skills : Fluent In Spanish, Ms-excel, Organizational.
Description :
Trimmed models along with process impressions from the clinic for appliances or retainers.
Assisted the doctor with a daily average of patients to perform overall orthodontic starts and maintenance.
Prepared and sent referrals to Oral Surgeons and Dentist Offices. Order, receive and organize office equipment.
Assisted the dentist during dental procedures Customer relations Assist with inventory ordering.
Assisted with bonds and debonds Maintaining regular adjustments Study model pour and trim Impacted cuspid movement with power thread.
Prepared teeth for bonding, including the use of pumps, etch, and sealant. Patient/parent instructions on proper brushing.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Associate
Orthodontist Assistant Resume
Objective : Seeking an Orthodontist Assistant, responsible for Converting prospects to active patients (we supply the leads through our marketing channels), Maintaining a strong conversion rate, and also Providing a smooth hand-off to our treatment planner team so patients have a phenomenal experience.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Leadership Development, Bookkeeping.
Description :
Assisted doctors with all orthodontic procedures Met new prospective clients and assisted with consultations.
Assisted with notes and entered them on patient charts for legal purposes Assisted with taking x-rays, and developing the films.
Maintained precise patient records Followed defined instructions on providing patient care Worked independently.
Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures. Accurately recorded treatment information in patient records.
Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and plaque control procedures.
Diligently cleaned instruments and work areas in accordance with sterilization and disinfectant protocol.
Instructed patients on dental hygiene practices such as proper tooth-brushing and flossing techniques.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Diploma
Orthodontist Assistant Resume
Objective : Expert in chair side assistance instrument identification, charting, patient education, and support, Displaying outstanding communication and critical thinking skills, Highly proficient in the Dolphin software program.
Skills : Body Treatments, Mask, Skincare, waxing, Makeup techniques.
Description :
Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures. Prepared patients for orthodontic treatment.
Responsible for full diagnostic records including panoramic and cephalometric X-rays, for diagnostic, and study models.
Proficient in taking impressions, wax bites, pouring models, and making retainers Sterilization of chairs and instruments.
Welcomed all new patients with a tour of the office and staff introduction.
Filled in at the front office scheduling appointments, answering the phone as well additional tasks on the Orto computer system.
Set up and cleaned up procedure area Assist orthodontist in procedures as needed Work front desk position as needed.
Assisted the Doctor, greeting patients, patient care, charting, impression, panoramic x-rays, dental lab work retainers.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Doctor
Orthodontist Assistant Resume
Objective : Highly qualified Orthodontist Assistant with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and excel in the collaborative environment, Performing indirect delivery of orthodontic attachments to patients’ teeth.
Make the patient feel comfortable upon arrival and will begin prepping the patient's mouth by cleaning the braces.
Helped the orthodontist to clearly see problems and changes within a patient's mouth.
Took x-rays of the bone structure of a patient's jaw, as well as taking photographs of the teeth and taking impressions.
Helped orthodontists prepare for procedures by having the necessary tools sterilized and in place.
Cleaned and dried during procedures and handed the orthodontist the necessary tools at the appropriate time.
Assisted Doctor with patient care Cleaned instruments Set up for procedures Developed X-ray Scheduled customers appointments.
Performed office duties such as taking phone calls, making patient appointments, preparing bills, and filing.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Dental
Orthodontist Assistant Resume
Summary : Orthodontist Assistant, responsible for Performing refinement visits throughout a patient’s treatment time, Assisting the doctor in all procedures, and also Exporting patient scans & x-rays.
Skills : Coronal Polish, Sealants, and Eagle software.
Description :
Efficiently utilized four-handed dentistry techniques of instrument exchange, oral evacuation, tissue retraction, and materials preparation.
Trained in assisting the Doctor with the initial bonding and removal of braces and other orthodontic appliances.
Responsible for taking impressions and bite registrations as well as pouring and trimming plaster models for labs.
Able to perform routine maintenance of braces including changing arch wires, elastic ligatures, and power chains.
Responsible for properly placing separators, and fitting and cementing bands.
Trained in taking digital panoramic and x-rays. Proficiency in accurately charting a patient's treatment and progress.
Assisted Orthodontists with braces for patients. Assist with all orthodontic procedures.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
AA
Orthodontist Assistant Resume
Objective : To obtain an Orthodontist Assistant position that will be built upon education, skills, and encourages professional development, Maintaining clinic equipment such as scanners, x-rays, and dental units.
Skills : Technical skills, Communication Skills, Orthodontist.
Description :
Demonstrated proficiency in inpatient care, while maintaining my own schedule including reties, full bonding, removals.
Proficient in ordering and maintaining supplies. Consistently praised for efficient handling of assistant duties.
Developed and incorporated a bulk ordering system that reduced costs in supplies and delivery charges.
Ensured the cleanliness, sanitation, and maintenance of all facilities, patient chairs, workstations, and equipment.
Reacted calmly and effectively in emergency situations, and provides the personal, caring touch that immediately put patients at ease.
Provided chair-side assistance to dental/medical staff. Cleaned and polished removable dental or orthodontic appliances.
Operated and maintained steam autoclaves, keeping records of loads completed items in loads, and maintenance procedures.
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