Oral Surgery Surgical Assistant — Implants & Growth

Great Oaks Periodontics and Dental Implants; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Continuing education

Disability insurance

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Great Oaks Periodontics and Dental Implants in Rochester Hills, Michigan, seeks an Oral Surgery Surgical Assistant to support surgeons and the clinical team in a fast-paced environment.

You will assist with extractions, implants, and bone grafting, prepare patients, monitor vitals, and help with anesthesia setup and recovery, while maintaining strict infection control and charting practices.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting experience, preferably in oral surgery.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Radiology X-ray license required or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Assist during oral surgery procedures including extractions, implants, and bone grafting.
• Prepare patients for surgery and review medical histories.
• Monitor and document vital signs during procedures and sedation.
• Support anesthesia set-up and patient recovery.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments, equipment, and operatories.
• Follow infection control, OSHA, and safety protocols.
• Take dental radiographs and assist with imaging (pan/CBCT preferred).
• Maintain accurate charting and clinical documentation.
• Provide pre- and post-op instructions and patient support.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure efficient patient flow.

Skills

Dental assisting

CPR/BLS

Sedation experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team oriented

Implants experience

Full-arch cases

Digital charting

Tools

Radiology X-ray License

Job description

Great Oaks Periodontics and Dental Implants in Rochester Hills, Michigan, seeks an Oral Surgery Surgical Assistant to support surgeons and the clinical team in a fast-paced environment.

You will assist with extractions, implants, and bone grafting, prepare patients, monitor vitals, and help with anesthesia setup and recovery, while maintaining strict infection control and charting practices.