Oral Surgery Surgical Assistant — Fast-Paced Team & Growth

Paradigm Oral Health; Knoxville (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Discount Marketplace

BLS/CPR Certification

Career Path Advancement

Job summary

Paradigm Oral Health seeks a Surgical Assistant to support oral surgery teams in Knoxville, TN. You will assist surgeons during procedures, manage preoperative tasks, and maintain sterile environments to ensure safe, efficient care.

Role requires BLS certification or current training, strong teamwork, excellent dexterity, and solid computer skills. The position offers career growth within our dental practice and a commitment to patient-focused service.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS Certification (or completed within 1 month of hire).
• Strong teamwork and independent work capabilities, demonstrating good judgment and critical thinking.
• Passion for ensuring safety and exceptional attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulousness.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Excellent manual dexterity and superior listening skills, especially in emergency scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Aid surgeons with precision during procedures and document patient care.
• Assist in preoperative tasks and maintain sterile environments.
• Monitor patient status and handle advanced equipment with finesse.
• Obtain vital radiographs and craft detailed patient narratives.
• Engage in discussions with surgeons to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Listening skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Radiology certification

Job description

Paradigm Oral Health seeks a Surgical Assistant to support oral surgery teams in Knoxville, TN. You will assist surgeons during procedures, manage preoperative tasks, and maintain sterile environments to ensure safe, efficient care.

Role requires BLS certification or current training, strong teamwork, excellent dexterity, and solid computer skills. The position offers career growth within our dental practice and a commitment to patient-focused service.