Surgical Assistant

Oral Surgery Specialists of Oklahoma; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Oral Surgery Specialists of Oklahoma is seeking a Surgical Assistant to join our team. You will work with Surgeons and other Assistants to prepare patients for surgeries, guide families through procedures, and ready the sterile field and instruments.

The ideal candidate has the required state licensure, a compassionate disposition, and prior surgical experience. BLS, X-ray, and DAANCE certifications are expected or obtained after joining.

Qualifications

• Must have proper licensure within the state
• Compassionate and patient-focused demeanor
• Experience in a surgical setting preferred
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• BLS certification required
• X-ray certification required
• DAANCE certification available after joining the company

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients to prepare for surgery
• Explain procedures to patients and families
• Prepare the surgical suite and necessary implements ahead of the procedure
• Assist surgeons during the surgical procedure
• Complete assigned tasks and documentation

Skills

Compassionate

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

BLS certified

X-ray certified

DAANCE certified

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Surgical Assistant to join our team! As a Surgical Assistant, you will work closely with other Surgical Assistants as well as Surgeons to prepare patients for their surgeries, which can include walking the patient and their family through the steps and expectations for the surgery. You may also prepare the surgical instruments, prepare the surgical suite for an upcoming procedure, place IVs, complete assigned tasks, sterilize instruments and recover patients after surgery. The ideal candidate has the required licensing to work in the state, a strong, compassionate personality, and experience in a surgical setting.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients and help them prepare for surgery
• Answer questions and address concerns with patients and their families
• Prepare the surgical suite and necessary implements ahead of the procedure
• Assist other Surgical Assistants and Surgeons during the surgical procedure
• Complete assigned tasks

Qualifications

• Proper licensure within the state required
• Strong compassionate personality, with a desire to help others
• Experience in a surgical setting desired
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• BLS certified
• X-ray certified
• DAANCE certified (obtain once with the company for 6 months)