Surgical Assistant

Oral Surgery Partners; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) + Profit Sharing

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

Midwest Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Leawood, KS is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support oral surgeons during procedures and help maintain a smooth, safe clinical workflow. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care and strong communication in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate will have prior oral surgery or dental assistant experience, basic life support certification, and a commitment to high-quality patient care. Overtime and travel may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required (some college preferred).
• Basic life support certification required. Employers will provide training if not current.
• Experience as an oral surgery assistant or dental assistant is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients receive the highest quality of care and service.
• Communicate with patients professionally in person and by phone.
• Assist with postoperative care and follow-up instructions.
• Monitor patient vital signs during procedures and provide support as needed.
• Prepare instruments, materials, and equipment for procedures.
• Maintain compliance with policies and safety standards.
• Maintain clean, stocked operatories and supplies.
• Attend team meetings and participate in safety and quality initiatives.
• Adhere to controlled substance safety protocols and documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

Analytical thinking

Initiative & judgment

Positive attitude

Oral surgery knowledge

Problem solving

Patient safety

Education

High school diploma

Basic life support

Job description

Title: Surgical Assistant
Practice: Midwest Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Location: 1551 Granada Ln. Ste. 100, Leawood, KS 66211
Hours:

Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 4:00pm

Friday 7:30am -2:30pm

Position Purpose:

The surgical assistant is responsible for ensuring the compassionate, effective, and efficient delivery of high-quality clinical care for patients while practicing and providing safety in the work environment. The ideal candidate will assist oral surgeons during procedures, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow in a fast-paced environment. This role requires a strong understanding of surgical procedures, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

Essential Functions:

Patient Care & Experience

• Ensure all patients receive the highest quality of care and service.
• Communicate with patients in a friendly, professional manner, both in person and by phone.
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with patients, staff, and surgeons.
• Assist with postoperative care, including patient education and follow-up instructions.
• Monitor patient vital signs during surgical procedures and provide support as needed.

Clinical & Surgical Support

• Prepare instruments, materials, and equipment required for surgical procedures.
• Support adherence to best practices, established protocols, and the highest patient safety standards.

Documentation & Compliance

• Accurately document patient encounters and surgical procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and regulatory standards.
• Maintain controlled substance safety protocols and documentation.

Office Operations & Safety

Support a clean, professional clinical environment, including:

• Clean and stocked operatories
• Maintained equipment and adequate supplies

Support monthly office safety and compliance checks, including:

• Crash carts
• Emergency preparedness attestations
• X-ray unit calibration
• Omni-cam calibration
• Controlled substance inventory and drug book accuracy
• Printing and maintaining controlled substance invoices
• Promote a collaborative work environment focused on teamwork, efficiency, and exceptional patient care.
• Attend and actively participate in team meetings.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required (some college, preferred)
• Basic life support certification required. Employers will provide training if the candidate is not current.

Experience:

• Experience as an oral surgery assistant or dental assistant is required
• Basic life support certification – Employer will assist if not completed

Performance Requirements:

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical and detail-oriented
• Able to work independently with exceptional initiative and sound judgment
• Positive attitude, change advocate, able to lead by example
• Strong Knowledge of oral surgery procedures
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety

Work environment/Conditions:

• Fast-paced dental office environment
• Overtime is sometimes required as needed to perform job functions
• Some travel as needed for training and to perform job functions
• Safety procedures required, including protection to minimize the risks from X-rays
• Potential long hours standing.

What we do for you:

We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans to our full-time employees.

Two out of the three medical plans offered include Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility.

Company-paid Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability coverage.

Additional Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance for you and your family!

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance available to you as well

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) offered.

Immediately begin saving for retirement through our 401(k) starting with very first paycheck!

Employer 401(k) contribution and Profit Sharing after six months of employment

PTO and 8 Paid holidays for fulltime employees!

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. OPS’s management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

As set forth in Oral Surgery Partners’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.