Part-Time Oral Surgery Assistant - Patient Care Focus

Oral Surgery Partners; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Oral Surgery Partners in Killeen, TX is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support oral surgeons in a fast-paced dental surgery setting. The role requires assisting during procedures, preparing instruments, and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients.

The candidate should have 2+ Registered Dental Assistant experience with IV sedation, DAANCE and BLS preferred, and a strong commitment to high-quality patient care. Part-time hours vary by business needs; some travel for training may occur.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required (some college, preferred)
• 2+ Registered Dental Assistant experience with IV sedation experience - Required
• Experience as an oral surgery assistant - Preferred
• DAANCE certification - preferred
• Basic life support certification required. Employer will provide training if the candidate is not current.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all patients receive the highest quality of care and service
• Communicate with all patients (both in-person and by phone) in a friendly and professional manner
• Maintain positive, pleasant, and professional relationships between patients, staff members, and surgeons
• Oral surgeons during surgical procedures and prepare instruments, materials, and equipment needed for various surgical procedures
• Support efforts that provide a clean and professional environment for all patients, including, but not limited to, ensuring that operatories are clean, supplies are adequate, equipment is maintained, and compliance with all company policies is maintained
• Monitor patient's vital signs during surgical procedures and provide support as needed
• Assist with postoperative care, including patient education and follow-up instructions
• Documentation of patient encounters and surgical procedures accurately
• Collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork, efficient workflow, and exceptional patient care
• Attend and participate in regular team meetings
• Adhere to best practices and established protocols and highest patient safety standards
• Support monthly office checks: Crash carts, Fire extinguishers, Emergency preparedness attestations, Attest, Xray unit calibration, Omni-cam calibration, Drug book accuracy Controlled substance inventory, Oxygen tanks are full and hooked up, Invoices for controlled substances are being printed, Ensure proper controlled substance safety protocols are adhered to.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

Oral surgery knowledge

Initiative

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma

Dental Assistant experience

DAANCE certification

Basic life support

Job description

Oral Surgery Partners in Killeen, TX is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support oral surgeons in a fast-paced dental surgery setting. The role requires assisting during procedures, preparing instruments, and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients.

The candidate should have 2+ Registered Dental Assistant experience with IV sedation, DAANCE and BLS preferred, and a strong commitment to high-quality patient care. Part-time hours vary by business needs; some travel for training may occur.