Dental Assistant Job in Acworth, Georgia

(Job ID: 427470)

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Oral (Dental) Surgery Assistant Part-Time Job description ORAL SURGICAL ASSISTANT – Part-time Atlanta Oral and Facial Surgery cultivates meaningful connections with our patients, referring dentists and within our practice. Our thoughtful attention to detail and intentional effort to provide a tailored experience for every patient is a hallmark of our practice and helps us establish truly personal relationships. A good assistant should be sincere which is the combination of genuineness and caring; it expresses a desire to understand problems and address concerns. Does this sound like a work environment for you? We are looking for an enthusiastic, efficient, and confident individual to join our family! We are seeking a full-time Surgical Assistant for our Acworth office, who will carry out back-office duties to include preparing the patients, sterilizing instruments, setting up the rooms, To do well in this role you should have a dental x-ray certification and provide a great level of patient care. This position would require you to follow the surgeon between the two locations. Must be a team member who exhibits a positive and enthusiastic personality, is focused on exceptional customer service, and genuinely connects with patients, staff, and referring offices on a personal level. Recent graduates of surgical technology and dental assisting are welcome to apply. Assistant Responsibilities: • Preparing patients for surgery and consultations. • Assisting the oral surgeon during procedures such as dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, biopsy of the gingiva, and bone. • Helping with infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials, and assisting with procedures. • Assisting in managing emergencies • Providing exceptional patient care. • Recording procedure notes, progress notes, and treatment information in patient records. • Preparing dental x-rays and caring for dental x-ray • Collecting and recording medical and dental histories and patient vital signs. • Maintaining IV Fluid flows during procedures. • Providing postoperative instructions as directed. • Caring for surgical/dental equipment. • Ordering supplies and maintaining dental equipment inventory. Dental Assistant Requirements: • Dental assisting program, Surgical Technology, or equivalent. • High school diploma or equivalent. • Consistently professional appearance and attitude. • Able to provide great patient care. We offer Medical, Dental, Life, and Vision Insurance. We have an excellent 401 K and profit-sharing plan, seven paid holidays per year and paid vacation starting in your first year. No phone calls, please. Job Type: Full-time