Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery

Position Summary:
The Oral Surgery Assistant is responsible for assisting the dentist in clinical and administrative duties, including; prepare patient for procedure or exam, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist during dental procedures. To be successful in this position, you should be highly organized and attentive to patients' needs. An outstanding Oral Surgery Assistant should have an excellent understanding of oral surgery procedures and exceptional hand-eye coordination.

Responsibilities:

Assist the doctor with all dental procedures including but not limited to take directions from doctor, anticipate doctor’s needs, performing patient oral evaluations, take, develop and mount accurate and high-quality X-rays and 3D scans, various laboratory duties including provisional

Maintain the highest level of confidentiality according to the HIPAA guidelines.  Adhere to safety guidelines/procedures to OSHA and practice standards

Perform administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, charting, and filing

Prepare patient charts, record treatment plans, and update dental records

Prepare and sterilize surgical instruments, materials, and equipment in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols

Assist the surgeon with all chairside procedures including operatory setup, anesthesia administration, and cleanup

Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during procedures

Provide patients with information on oral health care, treatment plans, and postoperative outcomes

Monitor stock of surgical supplies and medication and replenish as needed

Ensure instruments and equipment are effectively maintained

Provide excellent patient care at all times

Qualifications:

Oral and maxillofacial surgical assistant certification (preferred, but not mandatory)

Dental assistant certification where required

X-ray/Radiography certification

Nitrous oxide certification preferred

Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law

Experience with relevant dental software

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum 1 year of Oral Surgery assisting experience preferred

Sound knowledge of how to use surgical equipment, instruments, and materials

Good understanding of surgical techniques, chairside responsibilities, and health and safety protocols

Excellent understanding of dental records, charts, and documentation

Great organizational and time management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to provide excellent patient care, even under stressful circumstances

Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude