Oral Surgery Surgical Assistant – Precision in Care

Southeast Oral Surgery & Dental Implants; Shooks Gap (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Discount Marketplace

BLS/CPR Certification

Career progression

Job summary

Paradigm Oral Health is seeking a Surgical Assistant to join a fast-paced oral surgery team in Seymour, TN. You will aid surgeons during procedures, handle preoperative tasks, and maintain sterile environments to ensure smooth operations.

The role includes documenting patient care, monitoring status, and working with advanced equipment, plus obtaining radiographs and drafting patient narratives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification or completion within 1 month of hire.
• Strong teamwork with sound judgment and critical thinking.
• Safety-focused with attention to detail and vigilance.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Excellent manual dexterity and listening skills, especially in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Support surgeons during procedures with precision and care.
• Perform preoperative tasks and maintain sterile environments.
• Document patient care and monitor status throughout procedures.
• Operate advanced equipment with care and accuracy.
• Obtain radiographs and craft detailed patient narratives.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Listening skills

Critical thinking

Safety awareness

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification

Radiology certification

Job description

Paradigm Oral Health is seeking a Surgical Assistant to join a fast-paced oral surgery team in Seymour, TN. You will aid surgeons during procedures, handle preoperative tasks, and maintain sterile environments to ensure smooth operations.

The role includes documenting patient care, monitoring status, and working with advanced equipment, plus obtaining radiographs and drafting patient narratives.