Oral Surgery Surgical Assistant

New Haven Oral And Maxillofacial Su; East Haven (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Connecticut is seeking a Surgical Assistant to join their team. The role involves preparing patients for surgery, assisting during procedures, and managing inventory. Ideal candidates should be licensed in the state, possess strong communication skills, and have experience in a surgical environment. This position offers competitive compensation and a supportive work atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Proper licensure within the state required.
• Strong compassionate personality, with a desire to help others.
• Experience in a surgical setting desired.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients and help them prepare for surgery.
• Answer questions and address concerns with patients and their families.
• Prepare the surgical suite and necessary implements ahead of the procedure.
• Assist during the surgical procedure.
• Maintain the appropriate inventory, and order supplies as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Compassionate personality

Interpersonal skills

Education

Proper licensure within the state

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Benefits/Perks

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Summary

We are seeking a Surgical Assistant to join our team! As a Surgical Assistant, you will work closely with other surgical assistants as well as MD to prepare patients for their surgeries, which can include walking the patient and their family through the steps and expectations for the surgery. You may also prepare the surgical instruments, prepare the surgical suite for an upcoming procedure, maintain inventory, and order relevant surgical supplies as needed. The ideal candidate has the required licensing to work in the state, a strong, compassionate personality, and experience in a surgical setting.

Responsibilities

Meet with patients and help them prepare for surgery

Answer questions and address concerns with patients and their families

Prepare the surgical suite and necessary implements ahead of the procedure

Assist during the surgical procedure

Maintain the appropriate inventory, and order supplies as needed

Qualifications

Proper licensure within the state required

Strong compassionate personality, with a desire to help others

Experience in a surgical setting desired

Strong communication and interpersonal skills