Dental Surgical Assistant — Patient Care & Growth

Specialty Dental Brands; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Signature Dental Implants & Oral Surgery is seeking a dedicated Surgical Assistant to support the oral surgeon through all phases of procedures. You will prepare and sterilize instruments, assist with anesthesia monitoring, and ensure patient comfort from pre-op to post-op in a fast-paced practice.

You will contribute to maintaining a safe clinical environment, document details in the EHR, and help educate patients about treatments while supporting a collaborative dental team.

Qualifications

• Must maintain state certifications and/or license renewals.
• Must excel at forward thinking to anticipate patient and team needs.
• May travel between office locations; must be insurable by the company.
• CPR certification is required.
• Dexterity and manual skills for handling surgical instruments and assisting with procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
• Escort each patient to the operatory in a timely manner.
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during and after treatment.
• Assist in preparing patients for surgery and monitor vital signs and anesthesia levels.
• Confirm medical history with patient and update as needed.
• Confirm the patient is educated on the performed treatment.
• Pass instruments, suction, and provide materials during surgery.
• Document patient information and surgical details in the EHR.
• Provide post-operative care instructions and ensure proper follow-up.
• Stock all operatories and sterilization areas.
• Represent the practice in a professional, pleasant manner.

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Dexterity

Education

CPR Certification

State license renewal

Job description

Signature Dental Implants & Oral Surgery is seeking a dedicated Surgical Assistant to support the oral surgeon through all phases of procedures. You will prepare and sterilize instruments, assist with anesthesia monitoring, and ensure patient comfort from pre-op to post-op in a fast-paced practice.

You will contribute to maintaining a safe clinical environment, document details in the EHR, and help educate patients about treatments while supporting a collaborative dental team.