Surgical Dental AssistantTexas Oral Surgery GroupDenton, TX 76210 Texas Oral Surgery Group - Surgical Dental Assistant
We are looking for a driven surgical assistant to contribute to our "white gloves" treatment of our patients. New to oral surgery? Train with the best!
With a 4.9 star rating on Google, we're looking to find the next assistants to grow within their career with us!
All qualified candidates will be contacted within 48 hours of sending their resume! We want to speak with you!
We offer a competitive pay rate, along with a complete benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO, Holiday Pay, and 401k.
Office Address:
2711 Shoreline Drive
Suite 131
Denton, TX 76210
Mission:
The primary role of the Surgical Assistant is to assist the Oral Surgeons with clinical procedures including assisting with surgery and all pre- and post-op procedures plus contributing to a "white gloves" treatment of our patients.
Key Responsibilities of the Surgical Assistant :
Prepare patients for consultations
Keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual needs and concerns
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; clean each operatory in accordance with the state applicable infection control guidelines
Complete radiographs and CBCT scans of patients in an efficient and timely manner
Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, replenishing as needed to provide efficient patient care
Instruct patients on pre/postoperative care as directed by the oral surgeon
Record patient charting and all the surgeon’s notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the dentist
Maintain strict compliance with applicable regulations, (e.g. OSHA, HIPAA requirements and best practices)
Oversee sedation processes, IV supplies, histories, post-op, as needed
Assist in recording drugs/vitals before and after surgery
Escort/wheel sedated patients out after surgery
Assisting the front office staff if/when necessary
Assist with tracking implant supplies
Requirements of the surgical assistant position:
Surgical Assistant experience
Registered Dental Assistant certification
Experience in working in dental and/or oral surgery
Willingness to travel to other offices if/when needed
Great customer service skills
Essential Surgical Assistant Skills:
Effective written, verbal and electronic communication
Ability to gain trust and respect of the doctors, practice managers, teams, and peers
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
Ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Computer proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Practices shared accountability with other functional areas of the business
Pay Rate: $20-25/hr
Texas Oral Surgery Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
OUR CORE VALUES
Teamwork: We are one community; partners with a shared vision of success. We are more powerful together than alone.
Integrity: We communicate honestly, transparently, and authentically. We take responsibility for our actions, building our reputation by doing what is right.
Growth-Minded: We seek to constantly adapt and improve. We provide pathways for personal and professional fulfillment.
Excellence: We are a performance-driven organization, with a passion for excellence in service and outcomes. We are committed to being the best version of ourselves each day.
Respect: We actively listen and seek to understand. We are welcoming to all; treating others with dignity, compassion, and kindness.