Dental Surgical Technician
About The Position
The Dental Surgical Technician assists the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, supports patient care before and after procedures, and helps promote patient satisfaction and office efficiency. The role includes seating patients, taking vital signs, monitoring anesthesia, completing consent forms and treatment plans, providing pre-operative and post-operative instructions, and obtaining medical clearances. The technician also supports compliance and safety, maintains accurate patient records, prepares and maintains clinical equipment and instruments, and contributes to a comfortable patient experience. The position requires professional communication, discretion with confidential information, flexibility, and cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members.
Requirements
- Basic CPR certification.
- Hepatitis B vaccination and titer.
- TB vaccination and titer.
- Follow OSHA and office safety guidelines and office policies.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain positive rapport with patients and team members.
- Clear, professional verbal communication with patients and staff.
- Ability to work efficiently with attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt to changing job duties and work schedules.
- Active listening skills, including engaging in conversations, understanding points made, asking relevant questions, and avoiding inappropriate interruptions.
Nice To Haves
- Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting or Dental Assistant certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and take vital signs.
- Maintain competency in anesthesia monitoring and ensure consent forms and treatment plans are accurately completed.
- Provide pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients and obtain necessary medical clearances.
- Follow OSHA and regulatory guidelines, including radiation protection, and produce radiographic images using proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning.
- Document and maintain accurate records and charting in compliance with established standards.
- Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments, ensuring they are in good working condition for each procedure.
- Maintain positive, cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members; approach conflicts constructively and participate in resolving problems.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient, clinic, and hospital information, discussing sensitive information only with appropriate personnel in private settings.
- Provide an excellent patient experience and support patient comfort and satisfaction throughout visits.
- Take on special projects and additional responsibilities as needed, adapting to a dynamic work environment.
- Follow safety procedures and office policies.
- Adapt to changing duties and work schedules as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
