Oral Surgery Assistant- PRN
About The Position
We are recruiting for a mission-driven Oral Surgery Assistant- PRN to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department DH OMFS PAV L Job Summary Assist surgeon with general oral procedures. Inform patients on pre-op and post-op instructions. Provide diagnostic information through x-rays, dental impressions, and casts. Monitor patient's vital statistics during surgery. Document treatment by charting in patients' records.Set up procedure area by the type of procedure planned. Pass surgical instrumentation, dressing, prep, and remove sutures and debris intraoperatively. Clean sterile instruments and equipment in accordance with IFU. Room patients and collect medical history. Prepare patients for surgery including preop sedation counseling. Proper handling of instrumentation and equipment pre/post-procedure
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED Required
- less than 1 year Dental or surgical tech experience or less than 1 year MA experience in a Dental or Oral Surgery
- BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required
- RST-Registered Surgical Technologist - NBSTSA - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Required
- Ability to take direction from an oral surgeon, ability to work quickly, be organized and detail oriented.
- Good manual dexterity and ability to stand for long periods.
- Should be reliable and have strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Work well in a team environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Nice To Haves
- Epic experience, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Setting up of operating area in accordance with the type of procedure being planned.
- Pass surgical tools, surgical dressing preparation and remove suture/debris removal.
- Clean sterile instruments and equipment according to the IFU’s.
- Attach relevant monitoring equipment in preparation for surgery.
- Prepare patients for procedure.
- Obtain and record patient vital signs.
- Proper handling of instrumentation and equipment pre/post procedure.
- Monitor and maintain aseptic technique throughout procedures.
- Ensure the patient does not breathe in fluids during procedure.
- Protect patient’s lips, cheeks, and tongue from unnecessary injury.
- Continued monitoring of vital signs and instruction on post-operative care.
- Assist surgeon in the recovery of patients from sedation and anesthesia.
- Record treatment charts.
- Provide diagnostic information through x-rays, dental impressions, and casts.
- Appointment scheduling and confirmation.
Benefits
- Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%
- On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
- Community resource navigation support
- Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
- Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
- tuition assistance
- career advancement pathways
- professional development
- loan forgiveness eligibility
- employer contributions
- retirement contributions with a match of up to 9.5%
- RESTORE Center—a leading-edge space that provides intentional peer-support, and an innovative environment designed to reduce burnout and support employee well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
