Oral Surgery Assistant

Experienced Oral Surgery Assistant needed for our private, not corporate Oral Surgery office. ONE YEAR OF BACK OFFICE DENTAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.

Monday - Friday, 30-40hours/week. This position may be physically demanding. It involves standing and leaning for extended periods of time, assisting patients into recovery area after general anesthesia and occasional lifting. You must be a team player who works quickly and efficiently with attention to detail. Duties include, but not limited to: Disinfecting and sterilizing instruments; Knowledge of OSHA requirements; Greeting and seating patients in a friendly, positive manner; Preparing room for surgery, setting up various instrument trays and break down of rooms; Understanding medications used; Obtaining vitals and review of health history of the patient; Instructing patients and caregivers with pre- and post-operative instructions; Ability to multi-task calmly under stressful situations; Able to assist surgeon in management of medical and dental emergencies; Cleaning and stocking rooms weekly; Cleaning autoclave; Work as back up to front office as needed; Inputting patient information; Answering phones; Scheduling patient appointments; Scanning documents and x-rays into the system; Answering pre-and post-operative questions from patients. ***Applicants MUST have: Current X-ray license; Current CPR license; Working knowledge of computers with keyboarding skills. Other: Oral Surgery experience is a plus.- OMSA certificate is a plus.- OMSVision is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person