Oral Surgery Assistant

ADP, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. is seeking a Dental Assistant to support doctors during oral surgery, prep patients, and provide education for pre- and post-operative care. The role requires strong patient interaction, x-ray capabilities, and compliance with HIPAA in a hospital/clinic setting.

The position involves assisting with procedures, room preparation, and patient transport, with a work schedule of Monday through Friday, 7am–6pm, one day off; work occurs in both office and hospital environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, X-ray certification, CPR certification, Dental Assistant certification.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a dental office with interest in oral surgery.
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records systems.
• Experience performing x-rays on patients.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort them from waiting room to procedure room; prepare patients for surgery.
• Notify physician once the patient is ready after reviewing health history, vitals and x-rays.
• Stock and prep procedure rooms with necessary instruments.
• Assist the physician with dental surgical procedures.
• Help with patient recovery after surgery and escort to transport.
• Perform patient education when appropriate.

Skills

Patient education

Assist dentist

HIPAA compliance

Lab paperwork handling

EMR systems

Education

High school diploma

X-ray certification

CPR certification

Dental Assistant certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

Dental imaging software

Sterilization tools

Job description

DAYS:Monday - Friday (one day off; varies)

HOURS:7am - 6pm

JOB SUMMARY: Assist the doctors and prepare patient for oral surgery. Provide patient education related to pre-op and post-op questions.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Greet patients and escort them from the waiting room to the procedure room; prepare patients for their surgery.
• Notify physician once the patient is ready and you have reviewed their health history, vitals and x-rays.
• Stock and prep procedure rooms with necessary instruments.
• Assist the physician with the medical and dental surgical procedures.
• Help with patient recovery after surgery and escort them, via wheelchair, to their ride's car.
• Perform patient education when appropriate.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Dispose of contaminated items according to OSHA guidelines.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Comply with HIPAA guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Polite and professional communication with patients and ancillary personnel.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school degree
• X-ray certified
• Current CPR certification
• Dental Assistant certification

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a dental office with interest in oral surgery.
• Experience handling lab paperwork.
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records systems.
• Performing x-rays on patients

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involves standing and walking. Employee will occasionally be asked to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds. Normal visual acuity and hearing are required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in both office and hospital settings. Employee will have frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.