Dental Surgical Assistant

Leading Edge Specialized Dentistry•King of Prussia, PA

6d•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

SK Smith & Associates is hiring a Dental Surgical Assistant at its King of Prussia, Pennsylvania practice. The role supports the dentist during a variety of procedures and helps patients feel comfortable throughout their visits. Duties also include taking digital radiographs and intra-oral scans as prescribed, preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment, sanitizing and preparing operatories, following OSHA and other safety policies, educating patients on oral hygiene as needed, and performing office tasks. The practice describes its environment as modern and technology-focused, with a supportive culture centered on patient health and care. The listed schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with Friday off. The stated salary range is $24–$27 per hour. Benefits are available at full-time employment of 30 or more hours per week, with some benefits also available to part-time employees.

Requirements

Prior dental assisting experience in surgical or periodontics is required.
Hold any certification or license required by the state to perform specified duties.
Provide a resume demonstrating a consistent and stable employment history.
Have strong interpersonal communication skills and deliver exceptional patient experiences.

Responsibilities

Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable and confident throughout their visit.
Assist the dentist through a variety of procedures.
Take digital radiographs and intra-oral scans as prescribed.
Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment while following infection-control practices.
Sanitize and prepare operatories for treatments.
Follow OSHA and safety policies.
Educate patients on effective oral hygiene strategies as needed.
Perform office tasks as necessary.