Oral Surgery Assistant

Full Job Description

A well-established dental practice with 40 years of experience looking for a highly motivated, experienced Oral Surgery Assistant to add to our work family. Where patients are our #1 priority, we are looking a confident surgical assistant for our offices who is clinically experienced, demonstrates a positive attitude, interpersonal skills, strong work ethic & takes initiative to ensure every patient’s visit is a 5 star visit. Denticon knowledge is a plus but is not required. Competitive compensation, potential quarterly bonuses along with benefits such as 401K. If you possess the qualities we are looking for in a team player, we want to consider you for this position. Please send your resume & someone will be in touch with you.

Our NC Oral Surgery + Orthodontics office is looking for an experienced Oral Surgery Assistant to join our team. This candidate will be the Oral Surgeon Monday-Friday in the Durham Miami Blvd

Our Company offers the following benefits :

• Competitive pay!
• Performance Bonuses!
• Insurance Plan Coverage (Health, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, Dental)
• 401K Employer Match Plan!
• Half day Fridays!
• Paid Time Off!
• Paid Holidays!
• Company social events & fun marketing campaigns throughout the year!
• Birthday & Work Anniversary surprises sent directly from owners!
• Volunteer opportunities!
• and so much more!!!!

Overall Responsibility:

Responsible for traveling to designated practices and assisting he designated doctor. This involves not only assisting the surgeon with their duties, but also working closely with the patient to ensure they’re comfortable. They need to have great attention to detail and be organized. The Chairside Oral Surgery Assistant will carry out tasks such as preparing equipment before surgery, discussing the procedure and any aftercare with patients, and helping surgeons maintain patient vital statistics. They should also maintain inventory in operatories and in supply rooms.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

Daily/Weekly/Monthly Tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Sedation Dentist/Oral Surgeon in rendering patient care
• Accurately takes medical histories
• Seats and prepares the patients for treatment
• Cleans operatory after treatment procedures
• Sets up for surgical procedures
• Be knowledgeable on emergency protocols
• Help doctor accurately maintain safe counts and patient logs
• Maintain Emergency Drug Box and Crash Cart
• Monitor patient vital signs and intravenous fluids during surgery and notify the surgeon about an issue as soon as it occurs.
• Prepare patients for treatment by talking them through the procedure and preparing for general anesthesia or IV sedation.
• Accurately monitors the patient during IV Sedation and records it on the anesthesia record
• Send out Preop, Postop and MD clearance letters.
• Accurately Maintain Biopsy reports and logs
• Accurately review post-operative instructions
• Monitors the operatory supply levels
• Sterilizes instruments
• Exposes radiographs and accurately take CT scans and intraoral pictures
• Takes preliminary impression for needed procedures
• Monitors prosthetic cases and ensures they are ready for the patient’s appointment
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Attributes

• Exceptional planning and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Have the expertise to anticipate patients and Doctors needs
• Must be very punctual
• Computer proficient

Job Specifications:

• Chairside Dental Assistant Certificate required
• Current BLS certificate
• State of NC X-Ray Certification
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to lift 15-20lbs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Oral surgery: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• DAII or CDA (Required)
• DAANCE (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Durham, NC 27703 (Required)

Work Location: In person