Dental Surgical Assistant - $1000 Sign-On Bonus
Affinity Dental Management•Albany, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
Capital District Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (CDOMS) is hiring experienced Dental Surgical Assistants for both full-time and part-time opportunities in Albany and Latham, NY. This role offers the chance to strengthen surgical skills, work alongside highly experienced Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, and build a long-term career in specialty dentistry. At CDOMS, you will become an integral part of a dedicated surgical team providing advanced oral and maxillofacial care in a high-performing specialty environment.
Requirements
- Previous dental/oral surgery assisting experience required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Strong understanding of sterilization and infection-control protocols
- Calm, confident, and compassionate approach to surgical patient care
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working as part of a highly coordinated surgical team
Nice To Haves
- Experience with wisdom teeth, surgical extractions, implants, and/or sedation strongly preferred
- Dental assisting education and applicable certifications preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepare surgical operatories, instruments, equipment, and patient charts for procedures
- Provide chairside assistance during oral surgery procedures, including wisdom teeth and surgical extractions, implant placement, bone grafting, and IV sedation
- Support surgeons and anesthesia teams throughout procedures
- Monitor patient comfort and assist with vitals and recovery protocols within your training and scope
- Sterilize instruments and maintain strict surgical infection-control standards
- Capture digital imaging and support accurate clinical documentation
- Educate patients and caregivers on pre- and post-operative instructions
- Maintain surgical supplies, implant materials, and treatment-room inventory
- Collaborate closely with surgeons, nurses, assistants, and administrative team members to keep surgical days running efficiently
Benefits
- Medical
- dental
- vision
- life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid sick time
- 3 weeks PTO + 8 paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
