Oral Surgery Surgical Assistant — Daytime, Growth & Benefits

Mountain State Oral & Facial Surgery; Pineville (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance (Basic)

Flexible Benefits Plan (FSA/HSA)

Tuition Assistance

Continuing Education

Annual Scrub Allowance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Disability

Bereavement Leave

Training & Development

Free Food & Snacks

Wellness Resources

Job summary

Mountain State Oral & Facial Surgery is seeking a skilled Surgical Assistant to support our team of oral and maxillofacial surgeons. You will assist during procedures, monitor patient safety, and help maintain surgical workflows in a patient-centered environment.

The role emphasizes meticulous attention to records, confidentiality, and collaboration with physicians, nurses, and staff. A relevant certification and experience in oral or dental surgery are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; surgical assisting certification preferred.
• Experience in oral, dental, or medical surgical setting preferred.
• DAANCE, N2O and CPR certifications required or preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Assist physicians during patient examinations and procedures.
• Perform diagnostic imaging, including X-rays, as needed.
• Review and document patient medical histories.
• Ensure all required consent forms are properly completed and signed.
• Prepare and process patient prescriptions with accuracy.
• Monitor and record vital signs, including blood pressure, EKG, and pulse oximetry.
• Document anesthesia records and charting accurately.
• Maintain patient airways during sedation and suction as needed.
• Provide post-operative monitoring and stay with patients until released to a caregiver.
• Prepare and sanitize surgical and examination rooms.
• Assist with ongoing surgical procedures as needed.
• Uphold HIPAA confidentiality and patient safety.
• Support clinic operations per Clinical Manager.

Skills

Surgical assisting

Patient safety

Sterilization procedures

Interpersonal skills

Vital signs monitoring

Education

High school diploma

Surgical assisting certification

DAANCE

CPR certification

Nitrous Oxide (N2O) certification

Tools

Surgical instruments

Sterilization equipment

X-ray imaging equipment

Job description

Mountain State Oral & Facial Surgery is seeking a skilled Surgical Assistant to support our team of oral and maxillofacial surgeons. You will assist during procedures, monitor patient safety, and help maintain surgical workflows in a patient-centered environment.

The role emphasizes meticulous attention to records, confidentiality, and collaboration with physicians, nurses, and staff. A relevant certification and experience in oral or dental surgery are preferred.