Oral Surgery Assistant I
About The Position
Join a dynamic, growing, fast-paced oral surgery practice that encourages team members to learn and grow. The practice’s team includes oral and maxillofacial surgeons focused on providing outstanding patient care and service. This entry-level role allows the assistant to observe, train, and participate under supervision in preparation for minor surgical procedures, assisting during procedures, instrument processing, room turnover, and other clinical duties as needed. Some listed qualifications may be obtained after starting: items marked ¹ within 90 days of employment and items marked ² within one year of employment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current BLS certification, or obtain it within 90 days of employment.
- Infection control training, or obtain it within 90 days of employment.
- Sterile processing certification or experience, or obtain it within 90 days of employment.
- Dental Radiography certification, or obtain it within one year of employment.
- Successful completion of an approved nitrous oxide course, or complete it within one year of employment.
- IV/Phlebotomy certification, or obtain it within one year of employment.
- Anesthesia-related continuing education, or complete it within one year of employment.
Responsibilities
- Set up for non-sterile and sterile procedures under supervision, preparing appropriate instruments, equipment, and supplies.
- Assist the surgeon during minor surgical procedures, including suctioning, retracting, passing instruments, and providing airway support under the supervision of an Oral Surgery Assistant II/III, Surgical Tech, or RN until core competencies are met.
- Circulate during surgical procedures and complete necessary electronic medical record entries, paperwork, and logs.
- Perform other procedures as directed, such as capturing radiographs, taking or pouring dental impressions, capturing intraoral digital scans, removing or fitting surgical splints, removing sutures, and placing packs.
- Perform instrument processing, room turnover, and other clinical duties as needed.
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Eight paid holidays
- Generous PTO accrual starting right away
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
