Oral Surgery Assistant

Smile Brands•Portland, OR

About The Position

Bright Now! Dental is hiring a Travel Specialty Dental Assistant to support the Oral Surgery and Periodontal team in delivering high-quality patient care. The role involves assisting during dental procedures, preparing instruments, and maintaining a clean, organized work environment. The position requires travel between offices in Portland, Gresham, Milwaukie, Beaverton, Hillsboro, and Salem. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, a caring and professional demeanor, and can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The posting notes an ability to start within a month. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Compensation is $30–$33 per hour. Benefits depend on employment status and hours worked and include paid time off, health, dental and vision coverage, a health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Requirements

Oregon X-ray license.
One year of surgical or periodontal experience.
Current CPR/BLS certification, or ability to obtain it before the start date.
Knowledge of dental terminology, infection-control protocols, and OSHA/HIPAA standards.
Strong communication skills and commitment to excellent patient care.
Ability to travel between the listed offices.
Ability to start within a month.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for surgery, ensure their comfort, and provide clear pre-operative and post-operative instructions.
Assist the oral surgeon during extractions, implants, bone grafts, and IV sedation cases.
Perform pre-operative vital signs, patient assessments, airway evaluations, and sedation-readiness checks.
Monitor patients undergoing IV sedation or general anesthesia under the surgeon’s supervision, including vital signs, pulse oximetry, ETCO₂, blood pressure, and EKG.
Document anesthesia records accurately and in real time, maintain accurate clinical charting, and assist with treatment coordination.
Prepare and sterilize surgical rooms, instruments, and equipment according to OSHA and infection-control standards.
Take digital X-rays, panoramic images, CBCT scans, and intraoral photos as needed.
Manage surgical instruments, trays, and inventory, ensuring accurate setup and room turnover.
Support emergency response protocols and assist with complication management when needed.
Collaborate with front-office and clinical teams to maintain a smooth daily workflow.