Oral Surgeon Assistant

Sonrava Health•Poway, CA

3d•$24 - $29

About The Position

Western Dental Oral Surgeon Assistants work as dental auxiliaries in accordance with the applicable state Dental Practice Act. They maintain communication with oral surgeons and assist with patient care, helping patients feel comfortable and providing a strong customer experience. Experienced assistants may receive additional training, while assistants new to the field may have access to training in dental and customer-service skills. Assistants take X-rays as directed by the oral surgeon and are trained in dental X-ray, developing, and relevant infection-control procedures. A current radiation safety certificate for the state of practice is required. The role also requires travel and open availability.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma.
Must be certified in the state of application as an RDA (California, Arizona, or Nevada).
Must have a current X-ray license.
Must have current CPR and ACLS certificates.
Must have a current radiation safety certificate for the state of practice.
Travel is required.
Open availability is required.

Nice To Haves

OMSA or DAANCE certification.
Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

Assist the Oral Surgeon chairside during patient treatment.
Anticipate the dentist’s needs and prepare for next steps.
Follow OSHA, Dental Board, and WDS policies and procedures.
Maintain proper patient treatment records.
Take patients’ blood pressure.
Provide pre- and post-operative instructions within the limits designated by the Oral Surgeon.
Provide oral hygiene instructions to patients.
Turn on units, switches, and water before the patient sits 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 about broken or malfunctioning equipment.
Perform sterilizer duties when necessary.
Build good rapport with patients and staff.
Take X-rays as directed by the Oral Surgeon and follow applicable X-ray and infection-control procedures.
Help patients feel comfortable during treatment and the X-ray process.