Elizabeth Alcantara

Experienced Orthodontic Dental Assistant with a strong background in chairside assisting, patient care, and high-volume clinical environments. Skilled in maintaining efficient workflow, supporting procedures, and ensuring patient comfort throughout treatment. Known for adaptability, organization, and the ability to perform in fast-paced settings. Seeking to expand clinical skills.

Orthodontic Assistant / Treatment Coordinator at SOMI Dental Group (2025-04 – Present)

• Assist chairside during orthodontic procedures, ensuring efficiency and patient comfort
• Prepare and break down operatories with proper instruments and materials
• Take digital X-rays, impressions, and clinical records
• Maintain strict sterilization and infection control protocols
• Manage patient flow in a fast-paced environment and support daily schedule efficiency
• Provide patient education and post-treatment instructions
• Support treatment coordination by helping patients understand procedures and next steps

Orthodontic Assistant / Financial Coordinator at Dr. Pam Orthodontics (2023-07 – 2025-04)

• Assisted with orthodontic procedures including bracket placement, wire changes, and adjustments
• Took impressions, X-rays, and intraoral photos for patient records
• Maintained efficient patient flow in a high-volume office
• Prepared operatories and ensured sterilization of instruments
• Educated patients on oral hygiene and appliance care
• Supported front office and financial coordination as needed

Lead Orthodontic Assistant & Treatment Coordinator at Dr. Lindsay Orthodontics (2022-07 – 2023-10)

Sole clinical assistant responsible for all chairside duties in a busy orthodontic practice

• Maintained smooth patient flow and efficient clinical operations
• Assisted with all orthodontic procedures and patient care
• Prepared operatories and maintained sterilization standards
• Educated patients on treatment processes and post-care

Orthodontic Assistant at Benedetti Orthodontics (2020-09 – 2021-12)

Assisted in a high-volume practice seeing 80+ patients daily

• Supported clinical procedures and maintained sterilization protocols
• Helped manage patient flow and ensure efficient scheduling

Orthodontic Assistant at Goldenberg Orthodontics (2020-07 – 2020-09)

• Assisted with orthodontic procedures and patient care
• Maintained infection control and sterilization standards
• Supported daily clinical operations

Lead Orthodontic Assistant / Treatment & Financial Coordinator at Castaneda Orthodontics (2019-10 – 2020-07)

• Led clinical operations and assisted chairside during orthodontic procedures
• Maintained efficient workflow and patient flow throughout the day
• Provided patient education and post-treatment instructions
• Supported treatment coordination and financial discussions

Bachelor of Science in Business – Arizona State University

EFDA Certification – Concorde Career Institute