Surgical Assistant

Ohio Dental Implants & Oral Surgery; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier oral surgery practice in Westlake is seeking a compassionate dental assistant to facilitate patient care and assist in surgeries. Responsibilities include preoperative and postoperative duties, maintaining aseptic technique, and ensuring all equipment is available for procedures. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, BLS certification, and strong teamwork skills. This role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including medical and dental coverage.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Competitive pay and bonus potential

Qualifications

• At least one year of related experience preferred.
• Ability to complete BLS certification within 1 month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform preoperative and postoperative duties.
• Verify identity of patients and operative sites.
• Monitor and maintain aseptic technique.
• Determine availability of necessary equipment.
• Obtain and inspect surgical equipment.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Ability to work well in a team

Good judgment and critical thinking

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Listening skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Radiology certification

DAANCE certification

Licensed dental assistant

Job description

Overview

We are an elite oral surgery practice that is committed to exceptional care for our patients and first-class service to our referring doctors. We are looking for a fun, hardworking, compassionate, team player to help us grow the practice and continue to serve our community with all of their oral surgery needs. Previous oral surgery experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to facilitate patient care.
• Verifies the identity of patients and operative sites.
• Discusses with the surgeon the nature of the surgical procedure including operative consent and methods of operative exposure.
• Monitors and maintains aseptic technique throughout procedures.
• Maintains an unobstructed operative field using surgical retractors, sponges, suctioning and irrigation equipment.
• Determines availability of necessary equipment and supplies for operative procedures.
• Obtains and inspects sterile and non-sterile surgical equipment, supplies and instruments.
• Operates sterilization devices.
• Monitors patient intraoperative status.
• Obtains dental radiographs and dental imaging.
• Completes patient clinical narratives.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required or the ability to complete within 1 month of hire.
• At least one year of related experience preferred.
• DAANCE certification preferred.
• Licensed dental assistant preferred.
• Radiology certification preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Good judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Passion for keeping people safe.
• Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job.
• Excellent manual dexterity.
• Superior listening skills with the ability to quickly comprehend instructions in emergency situations.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.

Benefits

• Medical (including Virtual Care), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Uniforms/Scrubs provided
• Competitive pay, Bonus potential, and annual merit reviews
• 401(k) Plan w/Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP health plans
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Spouse and Child Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation (Starting at 2 weeks) and 6 Annual Paid Holidays
• Employer Sponsored Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability Plan