Dental Surgical Assistant

Team Perio • Redding, CA

2d • $22 - $28

About The Position

Team Perio is growing, and we are looking for awesome people to join our team. Our practices are owned by one doctor and managed by a team of people united by the goal of helping as many patients as possible experience dental surgery in a positive way. We pride ourselves on maintaining a healthy office culture with competitive pay and benefits. The ideal candidate will have a passion for providing excellent patient experiences and work well within a team. This is a full-time position with benefits.

Requirements

• CPR and First Aid certification
• Valid X-ray certificate
• Sustained positivity and energy throughout the day
• Communicate clearly with patients and all team members
• Attention to detail
• Professionalism

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operatory and equipment
• Greet and escort patients to and from the treatment room
• Prepare the patient for surgery or examination
• Maintain awareness of patients’ comfort and safety needs
• Record treatment information in the patient’s chart
• Assist the doctor by passing instruments, aspirating intra-oral fluids, and taking photographs
• Take radiographs as directed by the doctor
• Provide post-operative care to patients as directed by the doctor
• Communicate with other essential team members to coordinate patient flow and comfort
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

Benefits

• 90-day review and wage assessment, with potential for an increase
• 36-40 hour work week
• Health insurance benefits available after 30 days; all other benefits are eligible after a 90-day probationary period
• 5 days of sick pay per year
• 5 paid holidays
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance available
• 401(k) employer contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees