Jodi Bradford
Port Allen
Summary
I have nine years of experience in a high-volume general dental practice and a strong background a strong background in clinical management, dental assisting, and dental hygiene support. I bring proven skills in patient education, team collaboration, scheduling, and office operations, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Team Leader
GBR Dental Care
03.2019 - 08.2024
- Managed clinical and administrative operations, enhancing scheduling efficiency, ensuring compliance, and optimizing staff performance.
- Recruited, hired, onboarded, and trained clinical office staff, fostering a skilled team to improve patient care delivery.
- Acted as liaison between patients, providers, and staff, facilitating communication to elevate patient experience.
- Performed dental hygiene procedures and assisted with preventive and restorative care.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene, treatment plans, and post-operative care.
- Took and interpreted dental radiographs according to safety standards.
- Accurately charted completed and planned treatment in patient records.
Dental Hygiene Assistant/ EDDA
GBR Dental Care
03.2017 - 03.2019
- Supported hygienists and dentists during preventive and restorative procedures, enhancing patient care and workflow efficiency.
- Performed dental hygiene procedures within scope of practice.
- Captured diagnostic dental radiographs for patient evaluation.
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments according to infection control guidelines.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene techniques and preventive care.
- Charted clinical findings and treatment plans in patient records.
- Maintained accurate patient records by charting completed and planned treatments, contributing to continuity of care.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling and front office operations, ensuring smooth patient experiences.
Administrative Assistant
Environnemental Industries
Baton Rouge
08.2015 - 03.2017
- Coordinated conference meetings and managed general administrative duties to support effective team collaboration.
- Scheduled and confirmed pickup services for new and existing customers, ensuring timely service delivery.
- Answered and directed incoming calls while providing customer support.
- Performed data entry and verified accuracy of manifests and reports.
- Monitored materials for compliance and inventory control.
- Developed and maintained weekly driver routes and logistics schedules to optimize transportation efficiency.
Location Manager
Planet Beach Spa
Brusly
05.2013 - 08.2015
- Oversaw daily operations of retail spa location, ensuring seamless service delivery.
- Recruited, trained, and supervised team members to enhance service quality.
- Created targeted marketing initiatives to boost client acquisition and retention.
- Addressed customer concerns and ensured high client satisfaction.
- Created employee schedules and managed payroll-related documentation.
- Maintained inventory and ordered supplies.
- (Business Closed)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
LSU Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry
New Orleans, LA05.2026
Bachelor of Applied Science -
Louisiana State University
Alexandria, LA05.2024
Associate of Science - Business Management
Baton Rouge Community College
Baton Rouge, LA12.2016
Skills
- Patient education and preventive care
- Dental radiography
- Clinical leadership
- Office management and scheduling
- Infection control and OSHA compliance
- Electronic dental records
- Patient relations and customer service
- Training and onboarding
Certification
- Louisiana Dental Hygiene License, 05/26
- Louisiana Local Anesthesia, 05/26
- Louisiana Nitrous Oxide Inhalation Analgesia, 05/26
- CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, 07/17-Present
- Expanded Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA) Certification, Louisiana State Board of Dentistry, 09/17
References
- Ms. Terri Linzay, RDH, Clinic Instructor for LSUHSC Dental Hygiene Clinic, tlinza@lsuhsc.edu, (318)715-1125
- Dr. Louis Mason, DDS, GBR Dental, Dentist/Owner, Drlouismason@gmail.com, (225)346-1776
- Dr. Kevin Kidder, DDS, GBR Dental, Dentist, Drkidder@gbrdental.com, (225)346-1776
Community Service
- Give Kids A Smile, LSU School of Dentistry, New Orleans, LA, 02/26, Provided free dental hygiene services, such as child prophylaxis and sealants.
- Cherokee Elementary School, Alexandria, LA, 01/26, Educated third graders on the importance of oral health.
- GBR Dental Day of Giving, GBR Dental, Prairieville, LA, 05/25, 05/24, 04/23, Provided free dental cleanings, x-rays, and patient education to adult and adolescent patients.
- Dentistry from the Heart, Advantage Dental Care, Port Allen, LA, 04/19, Provided free dental cleanings, x-rays, and patient education to adult and adolescent patients.
- Louisiana Mission of Mercy, Baton Rouge, LA, 01/18, Provided free dental cleanings, x-rays, and patient education to adult and adolescent patients.
Timeline
Clinical Team Leader
GBR Dental Care
03.2019 - 08.2024
Dental Hygiene Assistant/ EDDA
GBR Dental Care
03.2017 - 03.2019
Administrative Assistant
Environnemental Industries
08.2015 - 03.2017
Location Manager
Planet Beach Spa
05.2013 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
LSU Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry
Bachelor of Applied Science -
Louisiana State University
Associate of Science - Business Management
Baton Rouge Community College