Surgical Technician

U.S. Oral Surgery Management•Gulfport, MS

19d

About The Position

The Surgical Technician assists the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, supports patient satisfaction, and helps maintain office efficiency. The role includes providing pre-operative and post-operative care and supporting patients throughout their visits. The technician assists the doctor during procedures, seats patients, takes vitals, monitors anesthesia, and ensures consent forms and treatment plans are completed accurately. The position also involves providing patient instructions, obtaining medical clearances, following safety and regulatory requirements, producing radiographic images using appropriate exposure techniques and anatomical positioning, maintaining accurate clinical records, and preparing and maintaining equipment and instruments. The Surgical Technician is expected to build cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members; handle conflicts constructively; protect confidential information; and adapt to special projects and changing responsibilities as needed. Duties and responsibilities may change, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Follow OSHA, office safety guidelines, and office policies.
Maintain positive rapport with patients and team members through strong interpersonal skills.
Communicate verbally with patients and staff clearly and professionally.
Work efficiently with attention to detail.
Adapt to changing job duties and work schedules as needed.
Demonstrate active listening, including engaging in conversations, understanding points 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 vitals.
Maintain competency in anesthesia monitoring and ensure consent forms and treatment plans are accurately completed.
Provide pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients.
Obtain necessary medical clearances and maintain high standards of patient care.
Follow OSHA and regulatory guidelines, including radiation protection for patients.
Produce radiographic images using proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning.
Document and maintain accurate records and charting in compliance with established standards.
Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments in good working condition for each procedure.
Maintain cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members; address conflicts constructively and participate in resolving problems.
Maintain confidentiality of patient, clinic, and hospital information, discussing sensitive information only with appropriate personnel in private settings.
Promote patient comfort and satisfaction throughout visits.
Accept special projects and additional responsibilities as needed and adapt to a dynamic work environment.