Job Description
Overview
Oral Surgery Assistant
SATURDAY POSITION!!
“Open Up” to A Whole New Dental Experience
Imagine working in a place which delivers best in class patient care and focuses on putting every patient first, every visit. Our guiding principle is empathy, and we want you to join us on our mission to transform the dental surgery experience. Our practice partners with North American Dental Group which provides us with the necessary support in order to fulfill our purpose of ensuring excellent patient care.
Wondering how this shapes your job experience?
We use our individuality and surgical expertise to practice group dentistry and ensure that every patient leaves our office feeling satisfied. Do you have the drive and passion to help others improve their oral health in the way that we do? Come join our team— help us pioneer a new culture of oral surgery.
Responsibilities
Skills Required to Make a Great “Impression” on Our Team
Provide assistance to surgeons during procedures including preparation and documentation
Provides excellent chair-side clinical support and assistance to Doctors which includes but not limited to: charting and operatory set-up and clean-up
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment possessing excellent interpersonal skills such as establishing positive relationships with our team and patients
Ability to communicate professionally both orally and in writing with a service-oriented approach
Take dental radiographs/x-rays as well as cone beam 3D scans
Motivated to learn more and provide the best patient care at all times
Maintain a caring and friendly environment that emphasizes patient care
Assist with Sedation Processes -prepare patients for treatment by talking them through the procedure
Monitor Patient Vital Statistics -monitor patient vital statistics and intravenous fluids during surgery and notify the surgeon about an issue as soon as it occurs.
Sterilize Equipment- Keeping the surgery area clean and tidy is a key aspect of an oral surgery assistant’s role, so it’s important that all equipment is sterilized before and after use and that all preparation areas are thoroughly cleaned to meet health and safety regulations
Provide Post-Operation Advice- After surgery, oral surgery assistants provide patients with follow-up instructions and postoperative care tips
Ability to take impressions and pour up plaster diagnostics models
Qualifications
So How Can You “Fill” This Role?
Dental Assisting Certification or prior on the job training and state required licensure
1-5 years of experience preferred; will consider new graduates
Radiography/ X-RAY certification for respective state
CPR Certification required
Proficient in navigating Windows 7,8 and 10
Commitment to providing exceptional service, support, and education to patients
Clinical providers performing aerosol-generating procedures are required the wear an N95 respirator, usage of which is regulated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA regulations require a medical evaluation for each team member who will be wearing a respirator to ensure it can be safely worn. Subsequent to being medically cleared, OSHA requires a fit test to ensure the respirator fits properly for protection against pathogens. Clearing the medical evaluation and fit test are conditions of employment for all team members working with aerosol-generating procedures.
“Brace” Yourself…It only Gets Better
Comprehensive benefits package including 401k
Competitive paid time off for full-time and part-time team members which increases as you grow in your career with us
Constant opportunities for career growth and continuing education
An exciting atmosphere that allows for freedom and individuality – enabling our team to always strive to do the best for our patients
Ready to Come “Bond” With Our Team?
Our team is ready to welcome the perfect candidate with arms (and mouths) wide open! We’re constantly growing and want you to join our practice. Stop searching for jobs – apply today and start your career.
If you are professional and organized yet outgoing, adaptable, and energetic, you’ll fit right in.
Our team is full of individuals with different skills and personalities, but each is willing to go the extra mile for our patients while communicating well with our team. Relatable? Then there’s a spot for you at our practice. We’re excited to hear from you!
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Full time, Part time, Saturday,