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Kat
Treatment Coordinator
I arrived to sunny Southern California via Seattle, WA in September 2010. I assist this dynamic team by introducing new patients to our doctors, presenting technologically advanced treatment options, and getting patients started on the right track to gain the greatest smile ever! Our family relocated to Ventura to help plant The City Church. My personal passion is people: encouraging them to discover their exciting purposes and seeing them live to enjoy this adventure called life. I love to surf, swim, sunbathe, and shop the rad local thrift shops.
Lee
Treatment Coordinator
I am our treatment coordinator and I joined the Premier Orthodontics team in April, 2011. I have the pleasure of assisting new patients during their initial exam with and make it possible for all of our patients to start treatment. I enjoy building relationships with all of our patients and watching them go through the orthodontic process. In my spare time I love watching my boys play football at St. Bonaventure. Go Seraphs!
Kathya
Front Office Lead
I joined Premier Orthodontics in August of 2010 and I work at the front desk greeting patients and scheduling appointments. I am bilingual, so I make sure that all Spanish speaking patients are taken care of. I am a part-time treatment coordinator as well, and oversee the responsibilities of the Carpinteria office. I am looking forward to watching our practice grow and being part of the process. I was born and raised in Moorpark, CA where I currently reside. When I am not at the office you can find me spending time with my family. I love playing basketball and recently joined a local women’s basketball league.
Michele
Insurance Coordinator
I’ve been with Premier Orthodontics since January, 2011. My main responsibilities include greeting patients when they arrive, answering phones, and scheduling appointments and assisting all the patients with the insurance questions. I enjoy the day-to-day constant interaction with the staff and our patients. I grew up in Long Beach and moved to Ventura eight years ago when I met my husband. I love spending time with my family and going camping, dirt bike riding, and going to the beach. I have a wonderful husband, two great kids, and a very hairy dog named Harley.
Sylvia
Front Desk Receptionist
I am proud to say I am the newest employee to the Premier Orthodontics team. My duties include answering phones, scheduling appointments and creating an environment where all of our patients feel welcome. I think the best part of my job is working with my co-workers as a team. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my two beautiful daughters, Bree and Andie, shopping, and playing video games.
Rachel
Treatment Coordinator/Front Desk Receptionist
I joined Premier Orthodontics in August. 2011. I have been in the dental industry for over four years and I must say it is an honor to be working with the greatest doctors here at Premier Orthodontics.The environment here is so friendly and our patients love it! My duties consist of greeting patients with a warm smile, answering phones, scheduling appointments, and assisting Spanish-speaking patients. My goal here is to make sure I put a smile on every patient and parent’s face. It is a pleasure to work with such a great team! My free time is dedicated to my daughter, Destiny Marie, family, watching football with my boyfriend, friends, and our loving dog name Blue.
Chad
Laboratory Technician
I’ve been a part of the Premier Orthodontics team since 2004, making retainers and appliances for our patients. My favorite thing about orthodontics is happy, smiling people. I admire Dr. Hudson’s, Dr. Lee's and Dr. Pendleton's attention to detail and their laid-back personality. In my free time I like to weight train, ride motorcycles, hike, watch movies, water and snow ski. You might not know that I was a personal fitness trainer for five years and I was on a gymnastics team for six years.
Cassandra
Records/Sterilization Technician
I joined Premier Orthodontics in March of 2011 and I love every minute of it. My contributions here involve taking X-rays and photos of patients, making sure assistants have what they need, and sterilizing instruments. I also help wherever I am needed and feel very fortunate to be part of this wonderful team. I was born and raised in Oxnard and attended Rio Mesa High School, where I was a cheerleader. On my days off you can find me spending time with my family or pursuing my education in the medical field.
Lupe
Records/ Sterilization Technician
I am the newest dental assistant at Premier Orthodontics. I help with taking records, sterilization, and anything my team needs help with. I love working here because it is such a friendly environment where everyone feels welcomed. In my spare time I enjoy barbequing with my entire family and hanging out with my friends.
Amanda
Records/ Sterilization Technician
I started my love for orthodontics as a patient of Premier Orthodontics and have been working here since 2009. I enjoy working in our fun and family-oriented office. As a part of the team, my job is to begin patients' treatment with diagnostic records which include 3D X-rays, photos of the teeth, and impressions. I am also responsible for sterilization of all instruments, tools and equipment used. My favorite part of working for Dr. Hudson, Dr. Lee and Dr. Pendleton is building relationships with patients and watching their smiles transform. Away from work, I enjoy my free time with my two beautiful daughters, studying, and watching funny movies.
Abby
Registered Dental Assistant
I have been working at Premier Orthodontics since October of 2005 as an orthodontic assistant. I work in the back office with patients where I make them feel comfortable and at home. I work in a beautiful and comfortable office with great co-workers. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my four beautiful boys; David, Victor, Adrian and Carlos are my life. I enjoy watching them play sports, and we enjoy going on family trips, fishing and having barbeques.
Jan
Registered Dental Assistant
I have been with Premier Orthodontics since 2010 but have been working in the field for 19 years. I love what I do and I enjoy coming to work every day. We have a wonderful staff and the doctors are awesome. I enjoy the outdoors with my family and inviting friends over to barbeque.
Greg
Registered Dental Assistant
I have been with Premier Orthodontics since 2011. I work on patients and assist the doctors to create beautiful smiles. The best part of my job is watching kids and adults smile as their teeth get straighter. In my free time, I love to spend time with my family and I enjoy barbequing and listing to music.
Guadalupe
Registered Dental Assistant/Lab Technician
I’ve been with Premier Orthodontics since 2002. My duties include assisting the doctors, helping in the lab to make retainers and appliances, and making my patients smile! My favorite thing about orthodontics is seeing the progression of teeth and the final results. I also like working with all 3 Doctors because of their fun personality. I’m a native of Oxnard, and in my free time I like to listen to music, paint, skateboard, and go to concerts.
Jen
Registered Dental Assistant
I work on patients, keep them happy, and assist Drs. Hudson, Pendleton and Lee. I have fun and LOVE my job! I started with Premier Orthodontics in 1997 and have loved this office ever since. My favorite thing about orthodontics is my patients. I enjoy working with our doctors because they are so thorough and care so much for our patients. I’m a native of California. In my free time, I like to hang out with my son, snowboard, ride motorcycles, and have fun in the sun!
Leslie
Registered Dental Assistant
I have been with Premier Orthodontics since 2006, and I work on patients. My favorite part of orthodontics is giving our patients a great smile! Dr. Hudson, Dr. Pendleton and Dr. Lee are the nicest doctors I’ve ever worked for. Together they and the team make work fun. I love my co-workers, too. In my free time, I like to spend time with my niece. I enjoy going to the beach and watching sports. I am a native of the Philippines and grew up in Hawaii.
Judy
Registered Dental Assistant
I’ve been with Premier Orthodontics since 1999 and I assist the doctors on the clinic floor, assist my co-workers, and make sure our day runs smoothly. What I enjoy most about orthodontics is seeing the awesome changes from beginning to end. All 3 Doctors are not just great bosses, but also great friends!
I’m a native of Ventura County and I like to spend quality time with my daughter, Andrea, and my granddaughter, Alexis. You might not know that I played the clarinet from the 4th through the 10th grade, but no longer play.
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