Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery

Lightwave Dental•Roanoke, VA

3d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Commonwealth Dental Clinic is a fast-paced, high-energy office in downtown Roanoke focused on excellent patient care. The Oral Surgery Assistant supports the dentist with clinical and administrative duties, including preparing patients for procedures and exams, sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials, and assisting during dental procedures. The successful candidate is highly organized, attentive to patients’ needs, knowledgeable about oral surgery procedures, and has strong hand-eye coordination.

Requirements

Dental assistant certification where required.
X-ray/radiography certification.
Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS, and infection-control training as required by law.
Experience with relevant dental software.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Sound knowledge of surgical equipment, instruments, and materials.
Good understanding of surgical techniques, chairside responsibilities, and health and safety protocols.
Excellent understanding of dental records, charts, and documentation.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to provide excellent patient care under stressful circumstances.
Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude.

Nice To Haves

Oral and maxillofacial surgical assistant certification; preferred but not mandatory.
Nitrous oxide certification preferred.
At least one year of oral surgery assisting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the doctor with dental procedures, follow directions, anticipate the doctor’s needs, perform patient oral evaluations, take, develop, and mount X-rays and 3D scans, and perform laboratory duties, including provisional work.
Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and follow OSHA safety procedures and practice standards.
Perform administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, charting, and filing.
Prepare patient charts, record treatment plans, and update dental records.
Prepare and sterilize surgical instruments, materials, and equipment in accordance with infection-control and biohazard protocols.
Assist the surgeon with chairside procedures, including operatory setup, anesthesia administration, and cleanup.
Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during procedures.
Provide patients with information about oral health care, treatment plans, and postoperative outcomes.
Monitor surgical supplies and medication stock and replenish as needed.
Ensure instruments and equipment are properly maintained.
Provide excellent patient care at all times.