Surgical Assistant

Oral Surgery Partners • Greensboro, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Assistant supports oral surgeons during procedures and helps deliver compassionate, effective, and efficient clinical care. The role involves preparing instruments, materials, and equipment; monitoring patients during surgery; supporting postoperative care; and documenting patient encounters and procedures. The Surgical Assistant also contributes to a clean, safe, and professional dental office, follows established protocols, and supports teamwork and efficient workflow. The position is based at Carolina Surgical Arts in Greensboro, North Carolina, with scheduled weekday hours and occasional overtime and travel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Dental experience required.
• Basic life support certification required; the employer will provide training if the candidate is not current.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently with initiative and sound judgment.
• Positive attitude, willingness to advocate for change, and ability to lead by example.
• Strong knowledge of oral surgery procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and safety.

Nice To Haves

• Some college education.
• DAANCE certification.
• Experienced DAII with a background in oral surgery.
• Bilingual.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients receive high-quality care and service.
• Communicate with patients in person and by phone in a friendly and professional manner.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with patients, staff members, and surgeons.
• Assist oral surgeons during surgical procedures and prepare the instruments, materials, and equipment needed.
• Help maintain a clean and professional environment, including clean operatories, adequate supplies, maintained equipment, and compliance with company policies.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs during procedures and provide support as needed.
• Assist with postoperative care, patient education, and follow-up instructions.
• Accurately document patient encounters and surgical procedures.
• Promote teamwork, efficient workflow, and exceptional patient care.
• Attend and participate in regular team meetings.
• Follow best practices, established protocols, and patient safety standards.
• Support monthly office checks, including crash carts, fire extinguishers, emergency preparedness attestations, X-ray unit calibration, Omni-cam calibration, drug book accuracy, controlled substance inventory, oxygen tanks, and controlled-substance invoices.
• Follow proper controlled-substance safety protocols.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Health Savings Account eligibility with two of the three medical plans.
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and their families.
• Voluntary short-term disability insurance.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• 401(k) enrollment beginning with the first paycheck.
• Employer 401(k) contribution and profit sharing after six months of employment.
• Paid time off and eight paid holidays for full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

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