Part-time Surgical Assistant I: Hands-On Training & Growth

Beacon Oral Specialists; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Beacon Oral Specialists is seeking a part-time Surgical Assistant I to join our Atlanta practice. You will work on-site, assist the surgeon, manage instruments, and help maintain infection control procedures while delivering compassionate patient care.

The role emphasizes strong organization, communication, and the ability to handle busy clinic days with professionalism. Training and growth opportunities are available within the practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Dental X-ray license (Pano, PA, CBCT) required.
• Great organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to provide excellent patient care, even under stressful circumstances.
• Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist Surgeon during consultations and treatment.
• Basic lab duties (Impressions, pouring up/trimming models).
• Proper instrument cleaning in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols.
• Autoclave operation and function.
• Surgical tray set-up.
• Identification of instruments used in the clinic.
• Room set up/break down for IV anesthesia and surgery.
• Seat patient and perform pre-op set-up.
• Review charts.
• Nitrous oxide set-up.
• Properly positioning restraints.
• Support airway for sedated patients.
• Ability to circulate and retrieve instruments.
• Excellent patient care & communication.
• Restock supplies, forms, handouts, and rooms.
• Take vital signs.
• Familiar with all forms and handouts.
• OSHA compliance.
• Scheduling appointments, filing, and charting.
• Follow up with patients.
• May take X-Rays.
• Office opening/closing tasks.
• Greet patients and ensure comfort.

Skills

CPR/BLS Certification

Patient care

Time management

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Stress management

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental X-ray license (Pano, PA, CBCT)

Surgical Assistant program (preferred)

Certification as Surgical Assistant (preferred)

Job description

Beacon Oral Specialists is seeking a part-time Surgical Assistant I to join our Atlanta practice. You will work on-site, assist the surgeon, manage instruments, and help maintain infection control procedures while delivering compassionate patient care.

The role emphasizes strong organization, communication, and the ability to handle busy clinic days with professionalism. Training and growth opportunities are available within the practice.