Surgical Assistant Intern

Beacon Oral Specialists • Kaneohe, HI

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Oral Surgery Hawaii, a part for the Beacon Oral Specialists family, is offering a dental assisting internship opportunity!

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently attending a local Dental Assisting program.
• Great organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to provide excellent patient care, even under stressful circumstances.
• Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude.

Responsibilities

• Proper instrument cleaning in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols.
• Autoclave operation and function.
• Surgical tray set-up.
• Identification of instruments used in the clinic.
• Room set up/break down for IV anesthesia and surgery.
• Seat patient and perform pre-op set-up.
• Review charts.
• Properly positioning restraints.
• Restock supplies, forms, handouts, and rooms.
• Take vital signs.
• Familiar with all forms and handouts (procedure-based, consent forms, etc.)
• Aware of and in compliance with OSHA requirements (e.g. personal protection)
• Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, filing, and charting.
• Make follow up phone calls to patients.
• Excellent patient care & communication.
• Greet patients and make them feel comfortable.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees