Oral Surgery Assistant: Compassionate Care & Growth

St Louis South Oral Surgery; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Job summary

A dental and oral surgery practice in St. Louis seeks a full-time surgical assistant. In this role, you will support doctors, assist in surgeries, and provide patient education. Candidates should have a high school diploma, and prior assisting experience is preferred, though training is available. The position emphasizes a team-oriented and patient-centered approach, and you will ensure compliance with safety protocols in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary is offered.

Qualifications

• Prior dental or surgical assisting experience preferred.
• Comfort with patient care and EMR/EHR systems a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures.
• Document vital signs and medical histories.
• Take digital radiographs as needed.
• Sterilize and organize instruments.
• Support inventory management.
• Follow infection control protocols.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Patient care

Communication

Aseptic technique

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant Certification

Job description

A dental and oral surgery practice in St. Louis seeks a full-time surgical assistant. In this role, you will support doctors, assist in surgeries, and provide patient education. Candidates should have a high school diploma, and prior assisting experience is preferred, though training is available. The position emphasizes a team-oriented and patient-centered approach, and you will ensure compliance with safety protocols in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary is offered.