Surgical Assistant: Fast-Paced Oral Surgery Support

Oral Surgery Partners; Sunset Hills (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement plan (401k)

Job summary

Oral Surgery Partners is seeking a Surgical Assistant for a full-time, on-site role at Midwest Oral Maxillofacial & Implant Surgery in St. Louis, MO.

The position supports oral surgeons, prepares instruments, maintains sterile conditions, and helps ensure patient safety and satisfaction throughout procedures. The ideal candidate has strong communication, multitasking, and initiative, with knowledge of oral surgery procedures and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required; some college preferred.
• Basic life support certification required; employer may train if not current.
• Previous dental or oral surgery experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist oral surgeons during procedures to ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintain sterile field and prepare instruments and materials.
• Document encounters and procedures accurately.
• Support patient care, education, and post-op instructions.
• Monitor patient vitals during procedures and ensure safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Independent initiative

Oral surgery procedures knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic life support certification

Job description

Oral Surgery Partners is seeking a Surgical Assistant for a full-time, on-site role at Midwest Oral Maxillofacial & Implant Surgery in St. Louis, MO.

The position supports oral surgeons, prepares instruments, maintains sterile conditions, and helps ensure patient safety and satisfaction throughout procedures. The ideal candidate has strong communication, multitasking, and initiative, with knowledge of oral surgery procedures and a commitment to high-quality patient care.