Dental Assistant, Oral Surgery

Greater Washington Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern facilities

Advanced technology

Mentorship and career growth

Diverse patient base

Job summary

Greater Washington Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is seeking a dental assistant to support the oral surgeon during procedures and prepare rooms and equipment for surgery. This role emphasizes radiographic imaging, infection control, and accurate documentation to ensure a safe, efficient patient experience.

The successful candidate will collaborate with doctors and staff, maintain a compliant surgical environment, and contribute to a culture of excellent patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state.
• 6+ months of experience as a dental assistant, preferably in oral surgery.
• Proficient in surgical assisting techniques and infection control protocols.
• Comfortable taking high quality radiographs and CBCT scans.
• Able to anticipate procedural needs and remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and patient rapport.
• Reliable, punctual, detail oriented, and a strong team player.
• Dental Assistant certification or registration as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Assist the oral surgeon during procedures including extractions, implant placement, bone grafting, and biopsies.
• Prepare the treatment room, surgical trays, instruments, and anesthesia equipment.
• Take and process panoramic, periapical, and 3D cone beam CT images as needed.
• Provide detailed post operative instructions to patients and caregivers.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain an OSHA compliant surgical environment.
• Accurately record patient medical histories and surgical documentation.
• Manage surgical supply inventory and ordering.
• Assist with sedation monitoring (nitrous and IV) per office protocol and state guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Detail-oriented

Patient rapport

Education

Dental Assistant certification

State registration/license

Tools

Radiographs

CBCT imaging

Infection control equipment

Job description

Greater Washington Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Ref #

1790

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Description

About the Role

Join a dental practice built on excellent patient care, strong teamwork, and a culture that supports every member of the team. This role is central to the patient experience, and thrives on collaboration with doctors and staff to deliver a consistently positive visit for every patient.

Responsibilities

• Assist the oral surgeon during procedures including extractions, implant placement, bone grafting, and biopsies
• Prepare the treatment room, surgical trays, instruments, and anesthesia equipment
• Take and process panoramic, periapical, and 3D cone beam CT images as needed
• Provide detailed post operative instructions to patients and caregivers
• Sterilize instruments and maintain an OSHA compliant surgical environment
• Accurately record patient medical histories and surgical documentation
• Manage surgical supply inventory and ordering
• Assist with sedation monitoring (nitrous and IV) per office protocol and state guidelines

Qualifications

• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state
• 6+ months of experience as a dental assistant, preferably in oral surgery
• Proficient in surgical assisting techniques and infection control protocols
• Comfortable taking high quality radiographs and CBCT scans
• Able to anticipate procedural needs and remain calm under pressure
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and patient rapport
• Reliable, punctual, detail oriented, and a strong team player
• Dental Assistant certification or registration as required by state law

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and advanced technology
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities
• A diverse patient base and meaningful clinical work

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