Dental Assistant / Surgical Technician - RDA

US Oral Surgery Management; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Dental Assistant / Surgical Technician in Plano, TX. The role involves assisting during surgeries, providing high-quality patient care, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and relevant certifications, with a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• Basic CPR Certification required.
• Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification preferred.
• Follow strict safety guidelines according to OSHA.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor during surgeries and maintain patient safety.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care to patients.
• Document and maintain accurate medical records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Active listening

Effective communication

Education

Basic CPR Certification

Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification

Hepatitis B Vaccination & Titer

TB Vaccination & Titer

Job description

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Job Details

TX02 - OSANT-East Plano - Plano, TX FT1 $20.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Description

The following position is for employment with:

Oral Surgery Associates of North Texas

5501 Independence Pwky, Suite 104, Plano TX 75023*

• Please note, this position will float to all OSANT practice locations.
  
  

POSITION PURPOSE

Are you passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference in a surgical setting? Join our team as a Surgical Technician, where you'll assist the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, enhance patient satisfaction, and boost office efficiency. In this role, you'll provide outstanding pre-operative and post-operative care, ensuring the highest standards for our patients.

Principal Responsibilities And Duties

• Surgical Support: Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and take vitals. Maintain competency in anesthesia monitoring, and ensure all consent forms and treatment plans are accurately completed.
• Patient Care Expert: Provide clear and concise pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients. Obtain necessary medical clearances and maintain excellent patient care standards.
• Compliance and Safety Adherence: Adhere to OSHA and regulatory guidelines, ensuring radiation protection for all patients and producing radiographic images with proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning.
• Record Keeping and Documentation: Document and maintain accurate records/charting in compliance with established standards.
• Equipment and Instrument Maintenance: Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments, ensuring they are in good working condition for each procedure.
• Interpersonal Relations: Maintain good rapport and cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members. Approach conflicts constructively, identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
• Confidentiality and Professionalism: Maintain the confidentiality of patient, clinic, and hospital information, discussing sensitive information only among appropriate personnel in private settings.
• Patient Experience Enhancement: Provide an excellent patient experience, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction throughout their visit.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Accept special projects and additional responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic work environment.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Safety Adherent: Follow strict safety guidelines and procedures according to OSHA and office standards.
• Policy Follower: Adhere to all office policies diligently.
• Interpersonal Dynamo: Maintain a positive rapport with patients and team members through excellent interpersonal skills.
• Clear Communicator: Effectively communicate verbally with patients and staff in a clear and professional manner.
• Detail-Oriented: Work efficiently with a keen eye for detail.
• Flexible Worker: Adapt to changing job duties and work schedules as needed.
• Active Listener: Demonstrate active listening by fully engaging in conversations, understanding points being made, asking relevant questions, and avoiding inappropriate interruptions.
  
  

Certifications And Safety Requirements

• Basic CPR Certification required
• Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification preferred
• Hepatitis B Vaccination & Titer
• TB Vaccination & Titer
  
  

Our POWER Values form the foundation of our ability to deliver exceptional healthcare experiences and achieve sustainable growth.

Passion for Patient Care

Outstanding Results

Winning Attitude

Embracing Continuous Improvement

Respect for Self and Others

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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