Oral Surgeon Assistant

Sonrava Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Oral Surgeon Assistants to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in patient care by assisting oral surgeons, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dental practices, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient comfort. With opportunities for additional training and growth, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about dentistry and patient care, this role offers a chance to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Must have a current X-Ray License and CPR/ACLS certificates.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is preferred for better patient interaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Oral Surgeon during patient treatments and maintain records.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and Dental Board policies.
• Provide pre and post-operative instructions to patients.

Skills

Patient Communication

Infection Control Procedures

Blood Pressure Measurement

Customer Service Skills

X-Ray Procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Radiation Safety Certificate

CPR Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Western Dental- Oral Surgeon Assistants perform their responsibilities as dental auxiliaries in accordance with the state Dental Practice Act. Experienced Oral Surgeon Assistants are responsible for maintaining excellent communication with our doctors and assisting them in all aspects of patient care. Our Oral Surgeon Assistants are trained to be experts in making our patients comfortable during treatment and providing our patients with an unparalleled customer experience. Experienced Oral Surgeon Assistants will receive additional training to learn new skills. In addition, Western Dental has programs to provide the training in order for Oral Surgeon Assistants who are new to the field to master the necessary dental skills and customer service skills to grow in our organization. Must have a current radiation safety certificate for the state in which they practice. Western Oral Surgeon Assistants take x-rays as directed by the Oral Surgeon. They are trained in dental x-ray and developing procedures as well as infection control procedures that pertain to their tasks. You will also become experts in making our patients comfortable during the x-ray process and providing an unparalleled patient experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Oral Surgeon at the chair while they are engaged in any treatment of patients.
• Must anticipate dentist’s needs and be prepared for next steps.
• Ensure all OSHA, Dental Board, and WDS policies and procedures are properly followed.
• Maintain proper patient treatment records.
• Ability to take Blood Pressure.
• Give pre and post-operative instructions – within the limits designated by the Oral Surgeon.
• Provide oral hygiene instructions to the patient.
• Turn on all units, switches, and water before patient sits down.
• Stock supplies in laboratories, restrooms, lab, etc. as needed.
• Inform Floor Supervisor when supplies need to be re-ordered.
• Inform Floor Supervisor of broken or malfunctioning equipment.
• Perform all duties of a Sterilizer when deemed necessary.
• Ability to build good rapport with patients and staff.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School Diploma.
• Certified in the state you are applying as an RDA (CA, AZ, NV).
• Must have a current X-Ray License.
• CPR and ACLS certificates required, OMSA or DAANCE preferred.
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish/ English).
• Travelling required.
• Open availability.