Job Summary
Join our team of highly skilled, dynamic, professional, dedicated and detail-oriented Surgical Assistants specializing in Oral Surgery. In this vital role, you will support oral surgeons during surgical procedures, ensuring an efficient, safe, and comfortable experience for our patients. Your expertise in dental assisting, patient management, communication and collaboration will contribute to delivering exceptional care in a fast-paced clinical environment. Bring your outstanding work ethic to our patient focused practice where you will learn, grow and be challenged. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills while providing exceptional care to patients within a highly regarded specialty practice. Make a difference in the lives of your patients every day!
Responsibilities
This role includes but is not limited to the following:
- Prepare treatment rooms with appropriate surgical instruments, supplies, and sterilized equipment in accordance with infection prevention protocols.
- Assist oral surgeons during procedures by handling dental instruments, managing suction and irrigation, and ensuring patient comfort through chairside support.
- Take and develop dental X-rays and 3D scans using advanced medical imaging technology to aid diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Manage patient flow by greeting patients, updating medical histories, recording vital signs, and ensuring all documentation complies with HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies.
- Maintain strict infection control standards through proper sterilization procedures of dental instruments and equipment, including dental sterilization procedures and aseptic techniques.
- Educate patients on post-operative care instructions, medication usage, and oral hygiene practices to promote optimal healing.
- Document procedures accurately within electronic medical record (EMR) system while adhering to medical coding standards for billing purposes.
- Support the dental team with administrative tasks like scheduling appointments, managing patient management software, communication with referral offices, and coordinating with the dental receptionist for seamless clinic operations.
- maintaining cleanliness of work environment.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Dental Assistant with a focus on oral surgery or general dentistry; prior experience in pediatric dentistry or prosthodontics is a plus.
- Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including chairside assisting, dental instrument processing, and dental sterilization procedures.
- Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical terminology, and clinical confidentiality policies.
- Familiarity with EMR systems; experience with patient management software is highly desirable.
- Ability to operate dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and other medical imaging devices safely and effectively.
- Knowledge of infection prevention management practices including aseptic technique and healthcare infection control expertise.
- Excellent, professional communication skills to interact effectively with patients of all ages while demonstrating empathy and professionalism.
- Ability to work efficiently in a team environment with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
Join us in delivering outstanding oral surgery services to our community.
Pay: $24.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
