Surgical Assistant

HighFive Healthcare; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Job summary

North Mississippi Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates in Tupelo, MS is seeking a skilled Surgical Assistant to join our team and support the oral surgeon across a range of procedures.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year experience in oral surgery or dental assisting, strong communication, and a patient-first approach. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid time off, and 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of Oral Surgery/Dental Assisting experience preferred.
• 1+ years of customer service experience preferred. We value a friendly, patient first attitude!
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer-based tasks.
• Professionalism, reliability, and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Oral Surgeon during procedures to ensure efficiency.
• Prepare treatment rooms per established protocols and safety standards.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control.
• Capture dental X-rays and scans as needed.
• Provide post-operative instructions and oral care guidance.
• Document patient information and chart notes accurately.
• Perform administrative tasks using dental software.
• Maintain HIPAA privacy of patient information.

Skills

Oral surgery assisting

Customer service

Communication skills

Computer skills

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

North Mississippi Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates in Tupelo is seeking a skilled and committed Surgical Assistant to join our team and assist us in delivering exceptional care to our patients. Our core belief is putting the patient’s needs first, and it underlies every aspect of our practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Oral Surgeon during a variety of oral and maxillofacial procedures to ensure efficiency.
• Prepare treatment rooms according to established protocols and safety standards.
• Maintain strict infection control standards by sterilizing instruments and preparing equipment.
• Capture high quality, diagnostic dental x-rays and scans as needed.
• Provide patients with clear post-operative instructions and oral care guidance.
• Accurately document patient information and chart notes.
• Perform administrative office tasks using a computer and dental software.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Requirements

• 1+ years of Oral Surgery/Dental Assisting experience preferred.
• 1+ years of customer service experience preferred. We value a friendly, patient first attitude!
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer-based tasks.
• Professionalism, reliability, and a positive attitude.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match