Surgical Assistant

Endo1-Partner; Northfield (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

401(k) match

Identity Theft Protection

Legal Services

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Specialty1 Partners' Oral Surgery Center of Stamford seeks a skilled Surgical Assistant to support our busy specialty practice. You will prepare the surgical area, assist the surgeon, keep areas sterilized, monitor vitals, and guide patients with post-op instructions.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of surgical assisting, dental instrument knowledge, strong safety awareness, and excellent communication. A high school diploma, CPT/certificate, and radiology license (if required) are preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 1+ year of experience as a surgical assistant.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• High school diploma and relevant certification.
• Active radiology license if required by law.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the surgical area, instruments, and equipment before each procedure.
• Assist the surgeon during procedures by anticipating needs and assisting as required.
• Keep surgical areas and instruments clean and sterilized.
• Monitor and record patient vitals and ensure comfort and safety.
• Prepare and provide post-operative instructions and materials to patients.
• Help maintain inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the surgeon or office manager.
• Facilitate/coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Surgical assistant experience

Dental instrument knowledge

Health & safety regulations

Regulated non-surgical tasks

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Well-organized

High school diploma

Certified surgical assistant program

State radiology license

Education

High school diploma

Surgical assistant certificate from accredited program

State radiology license (if required by law)

Job description

Our office, Oral Surgery Center of Stamford, is seeking a talented surgical assistant to join our busy specialty practice.

We are looking for a talented and skilled Surgical Assistant to help us accomplish our mission to improve the lives of our patients by providing a world-class specialty experience for every patient. Here is what you need to know about the role, our team and why we could be the right next step in your career.

Your Responsibilities

You will ensure excellent patient service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the Dentist’s shoulders. You will be focused on ensuring that the patients' needs, concerns, and questions are answered. You will help keep the patient relaxed and comfortable during their visit, being the patients go to resource during their visit which includes the following:

• Prepare the surgical area, instruments, and equipment before each procedure.
• Assist the surgeon during procedures by anticipating the surgeon's needs and assisting as required.
• Keep surgical areas and instruments clean and sterilized.
• Monitor and record patient vitals and ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Prepare and provide post-operative instructions and materials to patients.
• Help maintain inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the surgeon or office manager.

As one of the essential members of our office, you will also help to facilitate/coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.

Your Background

You are a resourceful Surgical Assistant who loves helping patients receive the experience they deserve and helping the Dentist to provide it. You're excited by the prospect of a patient leaving your office in a healthier, stronger, and more comfortable / happier being, each and every day. You’re a kind, passionate and collaborative problem-solver who is able to proactively adjust to shifting priorities and values the chance to make an important impact.

You also have the following:

• At least 1+ year(s) of experience as a surgical assistant
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks
• Excellent communication and people skills
• A strong attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• A high school diploma
• A certificate from an accredited surgical assistant program (if required by law)
• An active state radiology license (if required by law)
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
  
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment
  
• Must be able to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas
  
• Must be able to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods
  
• Must be able to work around medical equipment and instruments
  
• Must be able to adhere to OSHA and infection control standards
  
• Must be able to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements
  
• Must be able to respond quickly in emergency situations

If this sounds like you, you will fit right in with the team!

Why You Should Join Our Team

A career with us is a chance to work with everyone involved in the future of Specialty dental care. Dental Assistants, Sterilization Technicians, Specialists, Office Managers, Patient Care Coordinators and many more all work together to improve the patient care experience and great clinical results.

We strive to build and maintain an environment where employees from all backgrounds are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. You will also find a culture of continuous learning and a commitment to supporting our team members in all aspects of their lives—at home, at work and everywhere in between.

• BCBS Medical & Dental insurance Options
• VSP Vision Coverage
• Complimentary Life Insurance Policy (employee only)
• Short-term & Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) plan w/match options
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Package
• Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage
• Paid Time Off

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Position Base Pay Range

$20 - $26 USD

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