Oral Surgeon Assistant

Western Dental•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

Western Dental Oral Surgeon Assistants perform dental auxiliary duties in accordance with the state Dental Practice Act. They communicate with oral surgeons and assist with all aspects of patient care, helping patients feel comfortable during treatment and providing a high-quality customer experience. Experienced assistants may receive additional training, while assistants new to the field can access training to develop dental and customer service skills. Assistants take X-rays as directed by the Oral Surgeon and follow applicable dental X-ray, developing, and infection control procedures. A current radiation safety certificate for the state of practice is required. The role requires travel and open availability.

Requirements

High school diploma.
State certification as an RDA in the state of application (California, Arizona, or Nevada).
Current X-Ray License.
Current radiation safety certificate for the state of practice.
CPR and ACLS certificates.
Ability to travel.
Open availability.

Nice To Haves

OMSA or DAANCE certification.
Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

Assist the Oral Surgeon chairside during patient treatment and anticipate the dentist’s needs and next steps.
Follow OSHA, Dental Board, and WDS policies and procedures.
Maintain patient treatment records.
Take patients’ blood pressure.
Give pre-operative and post-operative instructions within the limits designated by the Oral Surgeon.
Provide patients with oral hygiene instructions.
Turn on units, switches, and water before patients sit down.
Stock supplies in operatories, restrooms, and the lab as needed.
Notify the Floor Supervisor when supplies need to be reordered.
Notify the Floor Supervisor of broken or malfunctioning equipment.
Perform Sterilizer duties when needed.
Build good rapport with patients and staff.
Take X-rays as directed by the Oral Surgeon and follow applicable X-ray, developing, and infection control procedures.
Help patients feel comfortable during treatment and the X-ray process.