Oral Surgery Assistant

KIDS CARE DENTAL AND ORTHODONTICS•Stockton, CA

1d•$26 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Kids Care Dental & Orthodontics is seeking an Oral Surgery Assistant to support the delivery of oral surgery and contribute to the patient care team. The role focuses on providing memorable, fun service to every patient and helping children feel comfortable throughout their dental visits. The practice provides preventive dental care, orthodontics, and oral surgery in private offices across Northern California. The assistant prepares treatment areas and patients for surgery, supports the doctor during treatment and consultations, assists with patient recovery, and helps ensure surgery patients leave comfortable with appropriate post-operative instructions. The position also includes taking x-rays, performing lab and infection-control procedures, documenting care, helping manage supplies, and maintaining a safe, clean working environment while complying with relevant laws and regulations. This is a full-time position based in Stockton, California. The typical schedule is Wednesday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with some Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays. Availability to work at least two Saturdays per month is required. Schedules may vary based on location and business needs. With manager approval, there may be opportunities to pick up shifts in other lines of business. The pay range is $26 to $32 per hour.

Requirements

Two years of experience in dentistry.
Dental Assistant (DA) certificate.
Availability to work at least two Saturdays per month.
Positive demeanor and enjoyment of working with children.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail.
Clean, neat, professional appearance.

Nice To Haves

Oral surgery experience.
Current and active state-certified RDA license.
OMSA certification.
ACLS certification (Advanced Cardiac Life Support).
Knowledge of Dentrix and/or Planet DDS Denticon.

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment areas for patients by following procedures and protocols.
Prepare patients for surgery by welcoming, comforting, and seating them.
Assist the doctor during treatment procedures and consultations.
Assist with patient recovery.
Perform dental infection-control procedures.
Take x-rays.
Perform lab-related procedures.
Hand off patients at check-out.
Ensure surgery patients are comfortable before leaving and have appropriate post-operative instructions.
Complete care calls and thank-you cards.
Assist in managing and controlling supply inventory.
Document dental care services in patient records.
Maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including HIPAA, OSHA, ADA, and Dental Board requirements.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.