Dynamic Surgical Dental Assistant — Oral Surgery Team

MAX Surgical Specialty Management; Nanuet (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & performance-based

Health insurance and comprehensive福利

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth in Northeast oral health

Job summary

Riverside Oral Surgery in New York is seeking a Surgical Dental Assistant to join the team. This role supports Oral Surgeons in surgical procedures and delivers top-quality patient care.

The candidate will prepare treatment rooms, assist during surgeries, and provide post-operative guidance while maintaining strict infection control and organized records. Prior OR experience is preferred; high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid X-ray license preferred.
• Experience as a dental assistant, especially in Oral Surgery.
• Discharge experience highly preferred.
• Knowledge of oral surgery procedures, instruments, and materials.
• Familiarity with infection control protocols and safety measures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a patient-centered approach.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in dental software and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment room: ensure cleanliness, organization, and readiness.
• Sterilize and maintain surgical instruments per infection control.
• Set up equipment such as suction devices, dental chairs, X-ray machines.
• Prepare patients for Oral Surgery and explain procedures.
• Assist Oral Surgeons during surgical procedures and anticipate needs.
• Maintain a sterile environment during surgery and monitor patient well-being.
• Handle and dispose of surgical waste per safety regulations.
• Provide post-operative care instructions and patient education.
• Maintain accurate patient records and treatment plans.
• Schedule patient appointments and assist with billing and records.

Job description

Riverside Oral Surgery in New York is seeking a Surgical Dental Assistant to join the team. This role supports Oral Surgeons in surgical procedures and delivers top-quality patient care.

The candidate will prepare treatment rooms, assist during surgeries, and provide post-operative guidance while maintaining strict infection control and organized records. Prior OR experience is preferred; high school diploma required.