Licensed Dental Assistant

Paycom; Burnsville, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,962,000 - 91,693,000; Full time

Job summary

Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Burnsville, MN is hiring a Surgical Technician to assist the surgeon during consultations and procedures. You will support pre-operative and post-operative patient care, help ensure accurate charting, and maintain sterile technique and equipment.

You must be a licensed dental assistant with CPR, DAANCE certification preferred, and vaccinations. The role emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and teamwork in a busy surgical setting with OSHA compliance.

Qualifications

• DAANCE Certification or Licensed Dental Assistant preferred.
• CPR Certification required.
• Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification preferred.
• Hepatitis B Vaccination & TB Vaccination/Titer required.
• Compliance with OSHA and safety standards.
• Strong patient-facing communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Surgical Support: assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, monitor vitals.
• Patient Care Expert: provide clear pre-op and post-op instructions.
• Compliance and Safety Adherence: follow OSHA guidelines and radiation safety.
• Record Keeping: maintain accurate charts and documentation.
• Equipment Maintenance: prepare and maintain instruments and equipment.
• Interpersonal Relations: maintain rapport with patients and team.
• Confidentiality and Professionalism: protect patient and clinic information.
• Patient Experience Enhancement: ensure comfort and satisfaction during visits.
• Adaptability: take on special projects and varying duties as needed.

Skills

Safety Adherent

Policy Follower

Interpersonal Dynamo

Clear Communicator

Detail Oriented

Flexible Worker

Active Listener

Education

DAANCE Certification

Licensed Dental Assistant

Job description

# Licensed Dental AssistantMN01 Burnsville - Burnsville, MN 55337## OverviewSalary Range$30.00 - $32.00 HourlyPosition TypeFT1## DescriptionThe following position is for employment with:Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery14101 Fairview Drive Ste 440, Burnsville, MN 55337**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.**Previous Experience/Education Preferred:*** DAANCE Certification* Licensed Dental Assistant**Certifications and Safety Requirements:**1. Basic CPR Certification required2. Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification preferred3. Hepatitis B Vaccination & Titer4. TB Vaccination & Titer**ABOUT US ORAL SURGERY MANAGEMENT**By joining US Oral Surgery Management (USOSM), you become part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization made up of best-in-class Oral and Maxillofacial practices. Together, we have the POWER to achieve more, by creating a positive impact on the communities we serve and reinforcing our position as a top leader in the industry. We believe in the POWER of teamwork, where every member contributes to our collective success. Whether you're in clinical operations, administration, support services, etc., your role is crucial to achieving our shared mission: fueling innovation and clinical excellence, while driving worthwhile outcomes for our practices.Our POWER Values form the foundation of our ability to deliver exceptional healthcare experiences and achieve sustainable growth.**P**assion for Patient Care**O**utstanding Results**W**inning Attitude**E**mbracing Continuous Improvement**R**espect 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.*