Surgical Assistant

Gulf Coast Dental Implants and Oral Surgery; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k

Short/Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

National Discount and Rewards Market

BLS/CPR Certification

Job summary

Gulf Coast Dental Implants and Oral Surgery in Tampa, FL is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support our oral surgery team. You will aid surgeons during procedures, document patient care, perform preoperative tasks, and maintain sterile environments to ensure smooth operations.

Responsibilities include collaborating with surgeons, monitoring patient status, handling advanced equipment, and obtaining radiographs to produce accurate patient narratives. Equal opportunity employer. On-site role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS Certification (or completed within 1 month of hire).
• Strong teamwork and independent work capabilities with good judgement and critical thinking.
• Passion for safety and attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulousness.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Excellent manual dexterity and superior listening skills, especially in emergency scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons with precision during procedures and document patient care.
• Handle preoperative tasks and maintain sterile environments for smooth operations.
• Engage in discussions with surgeons, monitor patient status, and operate advanced equipment.
• Obtain vital radiographs and craft detailed patient narratives.

Skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Judgment/critical thinking

Manual dexterity

Listening skills

Basic computer skills

BLS Certification

Radiology certification

DAANCE certification

Licensed dental assistant

Oral surgery experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Surgical Assistant

GULFNT-New Tampa-Clinical Full Time Clinical Tampa, FL, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 4499

Gulf Coast Dental Implants and Oral Surgery

Position Highlights:

Step into the fast-paced world of oral surgery as an Oral Surgery Dental Assistant! Your role is pivotal, aiding surgeons with precision during procedures and meticulously documenting patient care. From preoperative ta sks to maintaining sterile environments, your expertise ensures smooth operations. Engage in strategic discussions with surgeons, monitor patient status, and handle advanced equipment with finesse. Dive into the heart of dental care, obtaining vital radiographs and crafting detailed patient narratives.

Who We Are:

Our practice is dedicated to exceptional oral surgery in a comforting environment, prioritizing patient needs through collaboration with their general dentist. Our vision is global leadership in oral health, focusing on outstanding patient experiences and industry standards. We foster a positive work environment with career growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive culture that values work-life balance. Our goal is to empower employees to deliver excellent patient care and build strong relationships with referring dentists.

What We Offer:

We prioritize your personal and professional well‑being, covering aspects from health to financial and social welfare.

• Paid Time Off
• 401k
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Discount and Rewards Marketplace
• BLS/CPR Certification
• Career Path Advancement to clinical or management positions

Required Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• BLS Certification (or completed within 1 month of hire)
• Strong teamwork and independent work capabilities, demonstrating good judgment and critical thinking.
• Passion for ensuring safety and exceptional attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulousness.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Excellent manual dexterity and superior listening skills, especially in emergency scenarios.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous oral surgery experience is beneficial.
• DAANCE certification is desirable.
• Licensed dental assistant status is preferred.
• Radiology certification is a plus.

Paradigm Oral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.

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