Surgical Assistant

Beacon Oral Specialists•Ashburn, VA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Loudoun Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is seeking a Surgical Assistant to join its growing practice, serving its Ashburn and South Riding locations. The role supports oral surgeons during consultations and treatment, assists with surgical and anesthesia room preparation, provides patient care, and performs clinical and administrative duties. The practice offers hands-on training and opportunities to grow within the company. Working in the office is an essential part of the job.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current CPR/BLS certification is required, though it may be obtained after hiring.
Dental X-ray license for Pano, PA, and CBCT is required, though it may be obtained after hiring.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to provide excellent patient care, including under stressful circumstances.
Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude.
Ability to stand for at least 80% of the time.
Ability to drive, sit, and stand for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited Surgical Assistant program.
Certification as a Surgical Assistant.

Responsibilities

Assist the surgeon during consultations and treatment.
Perform basic lab duties, including taking impressions and pouring and trimming models.
Clean instruments in accordance with infection-control and biohazard protocols; operate and monitor the autoclave.
Set up surgical trays and identify instruments used in the clinic.
Set up and break down rooms for IV anesthesia and surgery.
Seat patients and perform preoperative setup; review charts.
Set up nitrous oxide and position restraints appropriately.
Support the airway for sedated patients.
Circulate and retrieve instruments.
Provide excellent patient care and communication.
Restock supplies, forms, handouts, and rooms.
Take vital signs.
Know and use procedure-based forms, consent forms, and other handouts.
Comply with OSHA requirements, including personal-protection requirements.
Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, filing, and charting.
Make follow-up phone calls to patients.
May take X-rays.
Open and close the office each day, including tanks, suction, and X-ray equipment.
Greet patients and help them feel comfortable.