Surgical Assistant

Oral Surgery Partners • Killeen, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Assistant supports oral surgeons in delivering compassionate, effective, and efficient clinical care while helping maintain a safe work environment. The role involves assisting with surgical procedures, preparing instruments and equipment, monitoring patients, and supporting postoperative care. The assistant also maintains accurate documentation, follows company policies and regulatory standards, and helps keep the clinical environment clean, stocked, and compliant. The position is based in a fast-paced dental office in Killeen, Texas, and may require overtime, travel for training or job functions, and long periods of standing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic life support certification; the employer will provide or assist with training if the candidate is not current or has not completed certification.
• 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 approach.
• Ability to work independently with initiative and sound judgment.
• Positive attitude, adaptability, 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.
• Ability to meet safety procedures, including protection to minimize risks from X-rays.
• Ability to stand for potentially long periods.
• Ability to travel as needed for training and job functions; overtime may sometimes be required.

Nice To Haves

• Some college education.
• Previous dental experience.
• Experience as an oral surgery assistant or dental assistant; the employer will train the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients receive high-quality care and service.
• Communicate with patients professionally and maintain positive relationships with patients, staff, and surgeons.
• Assist oral surgeons during surgical procedures.
• Prepare instruments, materials, and equipment for procedures.
• Monitor patient vital signs during procedures and provide support as needed.
• Assist with postoperative care, patient education, and follow-up instructions.
• Follow established protocols, best practices, and patient safety standards.
• Accurately document patient encounters and surgical procedures.
• Comply with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Follow controlled-substance safety protocols and maintain related documentation.
• Help maintain clean, stocked operatories, equipment, and adequate supplies.
• Support monthly office safety and compliance checks, including crash carts, fire extinguishers, emergency preparedness attestations, X-ray and Omni-cam calibration, controlled-substance inventory and drug book accuracy, oxygen tank readiness, and controlled-substance invoices.
• Promote teamwork, efficiency, and exceptional patient care.
• Attend and actively participate in team meetings.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for full-time employees.
• Two of the three medical plans include Health Savings Account eligibility.
• Company-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability coverage.
• Voluntary life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance for employees and their families.
• Voluntary short-term disability insurance.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• 401(k) available 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