Surgical Assistant II

Beacon Oral Specialists•Dunwoody, GA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Atlanta Oral & Facial Surgery in Dunwoody, Georgia, is seeking a diligent oral surgery assistant to support the oral surgeon before, during, and after dental procedures. The role calls for strong organization, attentiveness to patient needs, knowledge of oral surgery procedures, and excellent hand-eye coordination. The position is full-time and on-site, with a Monday–Friday schedule and 8-hour shifts.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an accredited Surgical Assistant program.
Certification as a Surgical Assistant.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Dental X-ray license for Pano, PA, and CBCT.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to provide excellent patient care under stressful circumstances.
Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude.

Responsibilities

Clean instruments according to infection-control and biohazard protocols, operate 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 complete pre-operative setup.
Review patient charts and set up nitrous oxide.
Position restraints properly, support the airway of sedated patients, and use patient-calming techniques.
Circulate and retrieve instruments during procedures.
Monitor patients after anesthesia, assess whether they need to see a doctor, and provide excellent patient care.
Understand emergency procedures and operate emergency equipment.
Perform daily, weekly, and quarterly preventative maintenance on instruments, equipment, and headpieces.
Become familiar with procedure-based forms, consent forms, and handouts, and comply with OSHA requirements, including personal-protection requirements.
Greet patients and help them feel comfortable.
Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, filing, and charting.
Conduct patient consultations and provide discharge instructions.
Make follow-up phone calls to patients.
Take X-rays and scans.
Enter EMR notes for appointments and procedures.
Open and close the office each day, including tanks, suction, and X-ray equipment.
Provide backup to coworkers as needed.