Maxillofacial Surgery Assistant

Carolinas Center For Oral & Facial Surgery; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Carolinas Center For Oral & Facial Surgery in Asheville, NC seeks a Surgical Assistant to join our team. You will perform patient care activities, assist with procedures, and help prepare and maintain the operating room and supplies.

This role requires strong communication, adherence to safety policies, and the ability to respond to emergencies with composure; CPR certification is preferred. High school diploma required; OMS experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Oral and Maxillofacial surgery experience preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of sterilization principles required.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists doctors with surgical procedures (extractions, biopsies, implants, bone grafts, etc.).
• Suction, irrigation, pass instruments, cut sutures, and perform office procedures as directed.
• Prepares patient and room set-up for the appropriate procedure or exam.
• Reviews post-op instructions with surgery patients and documents care.
• Documents patient care records and other forms per Practice policy.
• Communicates effectively with patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
• Maintains supplies, restocks workroom, and uses the computer system for scheduling.

Skills

Problem solving

Professional image

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Judgment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Oral and Maxillofacial surgery experience (preferred)

Sterilization principles

CPR certification

Job description

Carolinas Center For Oral & Facial Surgery in Asheville, NC seeks a Surgical Assistant to join our team. You will perform patient care activities, assist with procedures, and help prepare and maintain the operating room and supplies.

This role requires strong communication, adherence to safety policies, and the ability to respond to emergencies with composure; CPR certification is preferred. High school diploma required; OMS experience preferred.