Surgical Assistant

P3 Partners•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

Greater Charlotte Oral and Facial Surgery is a trusted leader in advanced oral and maxillofacial care, serving patients throughout the Charlotte, Steele Creek, and Gastonia areas. Our expert team specializes in a full range of surgical services, from dental implants and wisdom teeth removal to complex jaw surgery and cutting-edge facial cosmetic procedures. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to excellence, we provide personalized, patient-centered care in a welcoming environment—helping our patients restore function, enhance aesthetics, and improve their overall quality of life.? As we expand our operations, we’re hiring team-oriented, positive individuals?who thrive in customer-facing roles and bring excellent communication skills to our growing practice. Additional Details: Must be willing to travel between our Gastonia, Pineville, and Steele Creek offices Why Join Us? Competitive wages Low-cost medical insurance Zero-premium dental and vision insurance Employer F.S.A./H.S.A. contributions 401(k) with company match Generous PTO, paid holidays, and personal time Seasonal bonuses and company/partner discounts Employer-paid basic life insurance Voluntary insurance benefits Educational Assistance Wellness program and employee assistance program Weekday, daytime-only schedule with early-out Fridays! Join our growing team and be part of a practice that values both patient care and employee well-being. Job Title: Surgical Assistant Reports to: Team Leader Supervisory Responsibilities: None Position Summary: To provide surgical support to doctors and excellent patient care.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational skills
Must be detail-oriented
Must maintain professionalism at all time
Must maintain training/ continuing education requirements
Ability to function in fast paced and/ or stressful work environment
Must adhere to company policies and procedures and safety guidelines
High School Diploma or equivalent required
1-2 years experience in dental assisting and/or surgical technology
Prolonged standing and walking
Frequent bending and twisting
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Can physically assist patients including lifting, pulling, holding
Ability to retain firm grip on instruments for extended periods of time up to 1 hour
Dexterity to grab, hold, adjust, tap, feel, and pick up instruments frequently

Nice To Haves

Certificate in dental assisting and/ or surgical assisting preferred
DAANCE, N2O and CPR certification preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures current patient records
Assists doctors with exams
Performs X-rays on patients, as needed
Reviews medical history with patients
Ensures proper consent forms are signed by patient and/or guardian
Prepare patient prescriptions accurately
Performs blood pressure checks, EKG monitoring, Pulse Oximeter monitoring
Records accurate anesthesia record charting
Records accurate vital signs
Maintain clear airways on sedated patients; performs suction on sedated patients
Performs post-op patient monitoring, including staying with patient until caretaker arrives
Assist with cleaning and preparing surgical rooms
Provides support for ongoing surgeries
Maintains upmost confidentiality
Any duties required to maintain patient flow and any other extra duties office clinical manager assigns