Dental Surgical Assistant

Surgical Dental Assistant - Periodontics and Dental Implants

Join a patient-centric and caring dental team!

Job description for dental assistant:
Our well established periodontal practice has a recent opening for an energetic dental assistant. We are looking for a team member who exhibits a positive and enthusiastic personality and is focused on providing exceptional patient care. The right person will be a well organized and self motivated team player with great attention to detail.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare patient consent forms, pre operative and post operative instructions, and treatment plans.
• Prepare treatment room by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols; setting up surgical instruments and equipment, sterile drapes and sterile solutions as required.
• Assemble sterile and non-sterile equipment.
• Take dental radiographs and CBCTs.
• Monitor intravenous fluids and vital signs during and after the surgery procedure.
• Chairside assisting during surgical procedures with conscious sedation, new patient exams, and other procedures.
• Provide independent patient care during post operative visits (with doctor supervision), pre surgical consultations, and other procedures.
• Clean operatory after surgery.
• Maintain equipment and instruments by proper care, cleaning, and sterilization.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with OSHA infection control policies.
• Maintain patient data according to regulations and office policies in addition to HIPAA compliance.
• Responsibility (along with RDH) for the appearance and functionality of the clinical area.

Typical hours: approximately 30-36 hours/week. The practice is open 4 days per week (Monday-Thursday) with hours being: Mon/Wednesday - 07:45-14:30 and Tues/Thurs - 07:45-13:00, 14:00-17:30.

Benefits :

• Sick days
• 6 paid holidays
• 401k, 401k matching
• Uniform allowance
• Vacation days
• Employee Discount on Services

*Benefit conditions: a waiting period may apply

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour

Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person