Surgical Assistant

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We are an elite oral surgery practice committed to exceptional patient care and first-class service to our referring doctors. We seek a fun, hardworking, compassionate team player to help us grow and serve our community's oral surgery needs. Previous oral surgery experience is required.

The Surgical Assistant plays a critical role in delivering exceptional patient care, ensuring the best clinical outcomes, and meeting patient needs.

• Assist surgeons during procedures by performing tissue retraction, managing intravenous lines, and completing documentation.
• Perform preoperative and postoperative duties to facilitate patient care.
• Verify patient identity and operative sites.
• Discuss surgical procedures with the surgeon, including consent and operative methods.
• Maintain aseptic techniques throughout procedures.
• Keep the operative field clear using retractors, sponges, suction, and irrigation.
• Ensure availability of necessary equipment and supplies.
• Inspect and operate sterilization devices.
• Monitor intraoperative patient status.
• Obtain dental radiographs and imaging.
• Complete patient clinical narratives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification required or within 1 month of hire.
• At least one year of oral surgery experience.
• DAANCE certification preferred.
• Licensed dental assistant preferred.
• Radiology certification preferred.

• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team.
• Good judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Passion for safety.
• Attention to detail and meticulous care.
• Manual dexterity.
• Excellent listening skills and ability to follow instructions, especially in emergencies.
• Basic medical terminology knowledge.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Uniforms/Scrubs provided.

• Competitive pay, bonus potential, annual reviews.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP plans.

• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Spouse and child life insurance.

• Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks and 6 paid holidays.
• Long and short-term disability plans.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Healthcare Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Healthcare