Surgical Assistant

Specialty1 Partners • Concord, NH

10d • $26 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Capitol Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Concord is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support its specialty practice and provide a high-quality patient experience. The role combines hands-on assistance during oral surgery procedures with patient support, clinical-area preparation and sterilization, and coordination of other office responsibilities as needed. The Surgical Assistant helps address patients’ needs and questions, keeps them comfortable during visits, and supports the surgeon and office team.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as an oral surgery assistant.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks.
• Good computer skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Well-organized and reliable.
• High school diploma.
• Certificate from an accredited surgical assistant program, if required by law.
• Active state radiology license, if required by law.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas.
• Ability to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods.
• Ability to work around medical equipment and instruments.
• Ability to adhere to OSHA and infection control standards.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements.
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the surgical area, instruments, and equipment before each procedure.
• Assist the surgeon during procedures by anticipating needs and providing assistance as required.
• Clean and sterilize surgical areas and instruments.
• Monitor and record patient vitals and help ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Prepare and provide post-operative instructions and materials to patients.
• Help maintain inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the surgeon or office manager.
• Help facilitate and coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance options through BCBS.
• Vision coverage through VSP.
• Complimentary life insurance policy for the employee.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• 401(k) plan with matching options.
• HSA/FSA account access.
• Identity theft protection.
• Legal services package.
• Hospital, accident, and critical care coverage.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED