Surgical Assistant - Circulator

Oral Surgery Partners; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in oral surgery seeks a Surgical Assistant - Circulator in Columbia, SC. This role involves supporting surgical operations by preparing and assisting during procedures, ensuring patient comfort, and adhering to safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, organization, and prior dental experience, with training offered for the right individuals.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

PTO and 8 paid holidays for full-time employees

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of dental experience preferred, but training is available for motivated candidates.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Positive attitude and well-groomed appearance.

Responsibilities

• Seat, prep, recover, and release patients for/from surgery.
• Set up rooms and trays for procedures.
• Sterilize surgical equipment and manage clinical supplies.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Verbal Communication

Customer Service

Education

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Title: Surgical Assistant - Circulator
Practice: Midlands Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Location: Columbia, SC
Hours:

Monday: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Tuesday: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Thursday: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Friday: 8:00am - 12:pm

Essential Functions

What you will do:

Seating, prepping, recovering and releasing patients for/from surgery

Setting up rooms and trays for surgery

Taking panoramic and periapical X-rays & 3D scans

Take impressions/intra oral scans

Maintaining a clean workspace

Accurately completely operative report

Making and stocking clinical supplies

Explaining post-operative care

Sterilization of surgical equipment

Checking all documents for accuracy

Ensure solid communication between patient and doctor

Filling in for the doctor's surgical assistants

Passing and assisting for procedures

Strict adherence to all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and OSHA regulations/procedures

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Must have CPR/BLS certification. At least 1 year of dental experience preferred, but we will train a highly-motivated person with relevant experience or education.

Who you are:

You are an individual who has developed strong organizational skills and attention to detail and you have learned how to multi-task without losing your cool

With your positive attitude and well-groomed appearance, you work well in a close team environment.

Your excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with that with your superior customer service skills, make you an asset to any team.

You may have experience in the dental field and currently hold BLS/CPR Certification.

What we do for you:

We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans to our full-time employees.

Two out of the three medical plans offered include Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility.

Company-paid Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability coverage.

Additional Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance for you and your family!

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance available to you as well

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) offered.

Immediately begin saving for retirement through our 401(k) starting with very first paycheck!

Employer 401(k) contribution and Profit Sharing after six months of employment

PTO and 8 Paid holidays for fulltime employees!

DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. OPS’s management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

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