Oral Surgery Dental Assistant

Quincy Medical Group; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Mental health benefit

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Volunteer time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Quincy Medical Group is seeking an Oral Surgery Dental Assistant to support providers before, during, and after dental and surgical procedures. You will prepare instruments, obtain patient information, and help ensure a safe, comfortable experience for every patient.

This role suits hands-on caregivers who enjoy working with providers and developing specialized clinical skills in oral surgery. Prior dental or surgical experience is valuable, but eagerness to learn is encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Dental Assistant certification preferred.
• Dental X-ray certification preferred.
• Dental Anesthesia Assistant National Certification (DAANCE) preferred.
• One to two years of experience in an oral surgery, dental, or surgical environment preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and patient service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a procedural environment while maintaining attention to detail and patient safety.
• Candidates who do not currently possess preferred certifications may have opportunities to obtain them during employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with dental treatments, oral surgery procedures, and other clinical needs.
• Obtain dental radiographs (X-rays) and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging when appropriately trained and qualified.
• Prepare surgical trays, instruments, equipment, and treatment rooms for procedures.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain dental and surgical instruments while following infection prevention and safety standards.
• Room and prepare patients, obtain vital signs, review medications and medical histories, and ensure necessary documentation and consents are complete.
• Support patient safety and assist the care team during procedures involving anesthesia, within training and scope of practice.
• Provide patients with instructions and education regarding medications, treatment plans, and pre- and post-operative care.
• Accurately document patient information, care activities, and follow-up needs in the electronic medical record.
• Coordinate patient communication, test results, and other clinical follow-up as directed by the provider.
• Maintain organized, clean, and well-stocked treatment areas, including monitoring supplies and equipment.
• Collaborate with providers and team members to maintain efficient patient flow and a positive patient experience.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Patient service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

BLS certification

Dental X-ray certification

DAANCE

Dental Assistant certification

Job description

At Quincy Medical Group, you are supported to do your best work and make a meaningful impact every day. You will be part of a collaborative, physician-led team that works as one and puts patients at the center of everything we do.

With a connected network of providers, care teams, and services across primary and specialty care, surgery centers, imaging, lab, and therapy, you are part of a system designed to deliver high-quality, coordinated care. Together, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and help improve the experience and outcomes for every patient we serve.

About the Role:

As an Oral Surgery Dental Assistant at Quincy Medical Group, you will work alongside oral surgery providers to support patient care before, during, and after dental and surgical procedures. You will assist with treatments, prepare instruments and equipment, obtain patient information, and help ensure a safe, comfortable experience for every patient.

This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys hands-on patient care, working closely with providers, and learning specialized clinical skills. Previous dental or surgical experience is valuable, but candidates who are eager to develop their skills in oral surgery are encouraged to apply.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
• This position works in a clinical oral surgery environment, supporting providers during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist providers with dental treatments, oral surgery procedures, and other clinical needs.
• Obtain dental radiographs (X-rays) and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging when appropriately trained and qualified.
• Prepare surgical trays, instruments, equipment, and treatment rooms for procedures.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain dental and surgical instruments while following infection prevention and safety standards.
• Room and prepare patients, obtain vital signs, review medications and medical histories, and ensure necessary documentation and consents are complete.
• Support patient safety and assist the care team during procedures involving anesthesia, within training and scope of practice.
• Provide patients with instructions and education regarding medications, treatment plans, and pre- and post-operative care.
• Accurately document patient information, care activities, and follow-up needs in the electronic medical record.
• Coordinate patient communication, test results, and other clinical follow-up as directed by the provider.
• Maintain organized, clean, and well-stocked treatment areas, including monitoring supplies and equipment.
• Collaborate with providers and team members to maintain efficient patient flow and a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Dental Assistant certification preferred.
• Dental X-ray certification preferred.
• Dental Anesthesia Assistant National Certification (DAANCE) preferred.
• One to two years of experience in an oral surgery, dental, or surgical environment preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and patient service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a procedural environment while maintaining attention to detail and patient safety.
• Candidates who do not currently possess preferred certifications may have opportunities to obtain them during employment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.
• Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.
• Employer provided life and disability insurance.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
• A culture committed to community engagement and social impact.
• Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.

The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $19.59 - $29.39 per hour , with actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through bonuses and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.

If you are committed to putting our patients first and helping shape the future of care, you belong at QMG.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.