Surgical Technician

AUSTIN ORAL SURGERY•Austin, TX

5d•$27 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technician assists the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, supports patient satisfaction, and helps maintain office efficiency. The role provides pre-operative and post-operative care and helps ensure high standards for patients. This is a travel position with a home office at 7800 N. Mopac EXPWY, Austin, Texas; travel to North locations is required to cover staff shortages. Mileage is reimbursed when using a personal vehicle. The technician supports procedures by assisting the doctor, seating patients, taking vital signs, monitoring anesthesia, and ensuring consent forms and treatment plans are complete. The role also provides patient instructions, obtains medical clearances, follows safety and regulatory requirements, produces radiographic images using proper exposure and positioning techniques, maintains accurate records, and prepares and maintains clinical equipment and instruments. The technician builds cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members; protects confidential information; and adapts to additional duties and changing needs. The position is with Austin Oral Surgery, part of US Oral Surgery Management (USOSM), an organization of oral and maxillofacial practices focused on teamwork, innovation, clinical excellence, and positive healthcare experiences. Duties and responsibilities may change, and reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Follow OSHA, office safety guidelines, and office policies.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and maintain positive rapport with patients and team members.
Communicate verbally with patients and staff clearly and professionally.
Work efficiently with attention to detail.
Adapt to changing job duties and work schedules.
Demonstrate active listening by engaging in conversations, understanding points being made, asking relevant questions, and avoiding inappropriate interruptions.
Basic CPR certification required.
Hepatitis B vaccination and titer.
TB vaccination and titer.

Nice To Haves

Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting or Dental Assistant certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and take vital signs.
Maintain competency in anesthesia monitoring and ensure consent forms and treatment plans are accurately completed.
Provide patients with clear pre-operative and post-operative instructions.
Obtain necessary medical clearances and maintain high standards of patient care.
Follow OSHA and other regulatory guidelines, including radiation protection requirements; produce radiographic images with proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning.
Document and maintain accurate records and charting in accordance with established standards.
Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments in good working condition for each procedure.
Maintain constructive, cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members; help identify and resolve problems.
Protect the confidentiality of patient, clinic, and hospital information.
Provide a comfortable and satisfying patient experience.
Accept special projects and additional responsibilities and adapt to changing duties and schedules.
Travel to North locations to cover staff shortages.