Surgical Assistant @ Dental Specialty Center - Brandon & Lutz

Dental Care Alliance•Lutz, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Dental Specialty Center - Brandon & Lutz is seeking a Surgical Assistant in Brandon & Lutz, Florida. The role supports the clinical team by assisting professional dental staff with treatment and providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction in a team-based environment. The position contributes to the practice’s mission of providing excellent dental care and creating positive patient experiences. Prior dental assisting experience is required for consideration. The Surgical Assistant helps prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, assist dentists during procedures, support patient education and comfort, perform radiography and diagnostic tasks, and maintain accurate patient documentation. The assistant is also expected to follow infection control, confidentiality, and workplace safety requirements and to help dentists manage dental and medical emergencies. The practice offers flexible scheduling options, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance and disability benefits, a 401(k) plan, support for continuing education and professional development, and a modern office with advanced dental technology.

Requirements

Prior dental assisting experience is required for consideration.
Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program or six months of on-the-job experience with supporting documentation.
X-ray certification.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.

Nice To Haves

Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations.
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake when needed.
Help dentists manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supplies, and an emergency telephone directory.