Dental Surgical Assistant | OR & Radiology Support

Jefferson Health; Bryn Mawr (PA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health in Bryn Mawr, PA is seeking a Dental Surgical Assistant to support oral and maxillofacial surgeons and facial pain physicians. You will perform chairside surgical support, sterilize instruments, manage trays, and chart patients, while handling radiographs and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, BLS certification, and PA Radiology certification within 90 days of hire; a Dental Assistant diploma is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required.
• PA Certification in Oral Radiology required within 90 days of hire.
• Dental Assistant Diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside surgical support during oral and maxillofacial procedures.
• Sterilize instrumentation, prepare surgical trays, and maintain a sterile environment.
• Maintain logs for inspections/certifications per OMFS workflows.
• Reprocess/sterilize equipment and prepare tray set-ups per protocol.
• Maintain sterile technique while assisting in surgical procedures.
• Use radiographic equipment (CBCT, peri-apical, Panorex); capture and document images.
• Follow Joint Commission, OSHA, ADA, TJUH Safety, Infection Control and Quality Assurance policies.
• Maintain patient electronic medical records per OMFS charting workflows.
• Ensure patient safety following BLS guidelines and keep current BLS certification.
• Interact with co-workers, visitors, and staff in line with Jefferson values.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Dental Assistant Diploma preferred

PA Certification in Oral Radiology within 90 days

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Jefferson Health in Bryn Mawr, PA is seeking a Dental Surgical Assistant to support oral and maxillofacial surgeons and facial pain physicians. You will perform chairside surgical support, sterilize instruments, manage trays, and chart patients, while handling radiographs and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, BLS certification, and PA Radiology certification within 90 days of hire; a Dental Assistant diploma is preferred.