Oral Surgery Clinical Assistant

Salem Peabody Oral Surgery Inc; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Peabody Oral Surgery Inc is seeking an experienced Oral Surgery Clinical Assistant for their Peabody and nearby locations. This full-time role involves preparing operatory rooms, assisting in surgeries, maintaining cleanliness, and interacting with patients. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, the ability to multi-task under stress, and attention to detail. Experience in oral surgery is a significant plus, offering a dynamic work environment across multiple locations in North Shore, MA.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a stressful environment.
• Attention to detail and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Set-up operatory rooms for consultations and surgeries.
• Assist doctors in preparation of patient documents.
• Maintain cleanliness of operatory and surgical instruments.
• Take dental x-rays and greet patients warmly.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communications skills

Ability to multi-task

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Oral Surgery experience

Job description

Position: Oral Surgery Clinical Assistant
Job Location: North Shore, MA, including Amesbury, Lynn, Melrose, and Peabody
Employment Type: Full Time

Our practice is a multi-location oral surgical office looking for an experienced clinical assistant for its Peabody and surrounding locations. We are looking for a team player who can adapt and flourish within a fast-paced schedule and stressful and demanding situations. Our practices are located in Amesbury, Lynn, and Peabody with expectations for working in multiple offices as needed.

Duties & Requirements

• Set-up/prepare operatory rooms for consultations, surgeries, and post‑op appointments
• Assist doctor in preparation of patient documents and correspondence
• Assist doctors for various surgeries performed in our offices
• Clean and sterilize surgical instruments according to CDC, MA Dental Board, and practice policies
• Maintain office and operatory cleanliness – routinely check drug expiration dates
• Take dental x‑rays
• Seat and greet patients openly and warmly – demonstrate empathy for patients in pain
• Answer phone calls related to scheduling and/or post‑operative calls
• Comply with office policies, procedures, safety, OSHA, HIPAA, and MA Dental Board guidelines

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communications skills
• Ability to multi‑task and adapt to a stressful environment
• Attention to detail
• Punctuality
• Oral Surgery experience – a strong plus

Job Type: Full‑time