Oral Surgery Assistant

U.S. Oral Surgery Management • Flower Mound, TX

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About The Position

Northern Texas Facial & Oral Surgery is seeking a skilled, dependable, and patient-focused Oral Surgery Assistant to support surgeons in a fast-paced surgical environment. The position supports clinical efficiency and the delivery of high-quality patient care and service. Duties and responsibilities may change based on the needs of the practice.

Requirements

• Basic CPR certification.
• RDA certification.
• Hepatitis B vaccination and titer.
• TB vaccination and titer.
• Follow OSHA and office safety guidelines and procedures.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with patients and staff.
• Work efficiently with attention to detail.
• Adapt to changing duties and schedules and travel to practice locations as needed.
• Demonstrate active listening and a positive, team-oriented attitude, with willingness to learn and grow.

Nice To Haves

• Oral surgery or periodontal surgery experience.
• DAANCE certification.
• Dental implant knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures, preparing instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Prepare patients for procedures, obtain and document clinical information, provide reassurance, and review pre-operative and post-operative instructions as directed.
• Set up and break down surgical operatories and prepare rooms for each patient and procedure.
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments and equipment while following infection-control protocols, OSHA requirements, and practice safety standards.
• Obtain dental radiographs and assist with panoramic and CBCT imaging as needed and within applicable certification requirements.
• Accurately document appropriate patient and procedure information in clinical records.
• Help maintain dental implant inventory by monitoring sizes and quantities, documenting implants used, tracking lot and reference numbers, and maintaining appropriate stock levels.
• Monitor clinical inventory, restock surgical rooms, and help maintain adequate supplies of instruments, medications, materials, and other supplies.
• Work with clinical and front-office teams to maintain patient flow and support the daily surgical schedule.
• Collaborate with surgeons, other Surgical Assistants, and administrative team members.
• Perform additional clinical and administrative tasks as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Retirement benefits.
• Uniform allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed