Oral Surgery Surgical Technician
About The Position
The Surgical Technician assists the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, supports patient satisfaction, and contributes to office efficiency. The role provides pre-operative and post-operative care and helps maintain high standards of patient care. Responsibilities include assisting during procedures, seating patients, taking vital signs, monitoring anesthesia, completing consent forms and treatment plans, and providing patient instructions. The technician also supports regulatory compliance, radiation safety, accurate documentation, and the preparation and maintenance of clinical equipment and instruments. This position requires professionalism, adaptability, and cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members.
Requirements
- Follow OSHA and office safety guidelines and procedures.
- Adhere to office policies.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and maintain positive rapport with patients and team members.
- Communicate verbally with patients and staff clearly and professionally.
- Work efficiently with attention to detail.
- Adapt to changing job duties and work schedules as needed.
- Demonstrate active listening, including engaging in conversations, understanding points being made, asking relevant questions, and avoiding inappropriate interruptions.
- Basic CPR certification.
- Hepatitis B vaccination and titer.
- TB vaccination and titer.
Nice To Haves
- Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting or Dental Assistant certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and take vital signs.
- Maintain competency in anesthesia monitoring and ensure consent forms and treatment plans are accurately completed.
- Provide patients with clear pre-operative and post-operative instructions.
- Obtain necessary medical clearances and maintain excellent patient care standards.
- Follow OSHA and regulatory guidelines, ensure radiation protection, and produce radiographic images using proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning.
- Document and maintain accurate records and charting in compliance with established standards.
- Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments, ensuring they are in good working condition for each procedure.
- Maintain cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members, and address conflicts constructively.
- Keep patient, clinic, and hospital information confidential and discuss sensitive information only with appropriate personnel in private settings.
- Provide a positive patient experience and support patient comfort and satisfaction throughout visits.
- Accept special projects and additional responsibilities as needed and adapt to a dynamic work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
