Surgical Assistant I / Front Office

Beacon Oral Specialists; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental practice in Chicago is seeking a Surgical Assistant I who can assist during surgery and manage front office duties. This hybrid position offers hands-on training, a focus on patient care, and opportunities for professional growth. Applicants should be organized, communicative, and able to deliver excellent patient service.

Benefits

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Referral Program

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Assistant program preferred.
• Certification as a Surgical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon during consultations and treatment.
• Handle patient reception and ensure a positive experience.
• Maintain and update patient records with accuracy.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current CPR/BLS certification

Dental X-ray license

Job description

Position:Surgical Assistant I / Front Office

Location: Anna Lu, DMD & Associates

Livermore, CA

Job Id:2001

# of Openings:1

Job Title:Surgical Assistant I (Front & Back Hybrid)

Job Location: Dr. Anna Lu Oral Surgery, Livermore & Dublin, CA

Summary:

Your new career awaits you...

Are you looking for a company that you can call home and have opportunities to grow? We arelooking for a Surgical Assistant, with the ability to help in the front as needed, to join our growing practice. We pride ourselves on guiding our staff in the right direction to not only learn but also get hands-on training to move forward within the company. To be successful as an oral surgery assistant, you should be highly organized and attentive to patients' needs.

Surgical Responsibilities:

• Assist Surgeon during consultations and treatment.
• Proper instrument cleaning in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols
• Autoclave operation and function
• Surgical tray set-up
• Identification of instruments used in the clinic.
• Room set up/break down for IV anesthesia and surgery.
• Seat patient and perform pre-op set-up.
• Review charts.
• Nitrous oxide set-up.
• Properly positioning restraints.
• Support airway for sedated patients.
• Ability to circulate and retrieve instruments.
• Excellent patient care & communication.

Non-Surgical Responsibilities:

• Patient Reception:Greet patients with a warm and friendly demeanor, ensuring they feel welcomed and comfortable upon arrival. Handle patient registration, verify insurance information, and assist with any necessary paperwork.
• Telephone and Email Correspondence:Answer incoming phone calls and respond to email inquiries promptly and professionally. Provide accurate information about services, appointments and general office policies.
• Patient Records:Maintain and update patient records with accuracy and confidentiality. Ensure all necessary documentation is complete and organized for easy access by the clinical team.
• Office Coordination:Assist in the coordination of administrative tasks to maintain the smooth operation of the office. This includes ordering office supplies, managing mail, and coordinating with vendors as needed.
• Patient Care and Satisfaction:Strive to deliver a five-star experience with exceptional customer service to all patients, addressing their concerns and resolving any issues that may arise. Ensure a positive patient experience from check-in to check-out.
• Adherence to Policies and Procedures:Comply with all office policies, procedures, and protocols to maintain a safe and efficient working environment. Maintain confidentiality of all doctors, staff, and patient information.
• Restock supplies, forms, handouts, and rooms.
• Take vital signs.
• Familiar with all forms and handouts (procedure-based, consent forms, etc.)
• Aware of and in compliance with OSHA requirements (e.g. personal protection)
• Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, filing, and charting.
• Make follow up phone calls to patients.
• May take X-Rays.
• Properly closing and opening the office each day (Tanks, Suction, Xray)
• Greet patients and make them feel comfortable.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Dental X-ray license (Pano, PA, CBCT) required.
• Great organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to provide excellent patient care, even under stressful circumstances.
• Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Assistant program preferred.
• Certification as a Surgical Assistant preferred.

Schedule:

• Monday: 8:00am -12:00pm Livermore &1:30pm -4:30pm in Dublin
• Wednesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm in Dublin
• Thursday: 8:00am -4:30pm in Livermore
• Friday: 8:00am - 1:00pm in Dublin
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Referral Program
• Vision Insurance

Special Requirements:

• Working on-site is essential to the function of this position.
• Must be able to stand up to 80% of the time at minimum.
• Physical requirements include sitting, stooping, turning, standing, bending, walking, hearing, reading, writing, and keyboarding, may lift up to 25 lbs.
• This is not an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. Management may require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Job Title:Surgical Assistant I (Front & Back Hybrid) Job Location: Dr. Anna Lu Oral Surgery, Livermore & Dublin, CA Job Type:Fulltime Summary: Your new career awaits you... Are you looking for a company that you can call home and have opportunities to grow? We arelooking for a Surgical Assistant, with the ability to help in the front as needed, to join our growing practice. We pride ourselves on guiding our staff in the right direction to not only learn but also get hands-on training to move forward within the company. To be successful as an oral surgery assistant, you should be highly organized and attentive to patients' needs. Surgical Responsibilities:

• Assist Surgeon during consultations and treatment.
• Basic lab duties (Impressions, pouring up/trimming models).
• Proper instrument cleaning in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols
• Autoclave operation and function
• Surgical tray set-up
• Identification of instruments used in the clinic.
• Room set up/break down for IV anesthesia and surgery.
• Seat patient and perform pre-op set-up.
• Review charts.
• Nitrous oxide set-up.
• Properly positioning restraints.
• Support airway for sedated patients.
• Ability to circulate and retrieve instruments.
• Excellent patient care & communication.

Non-Surgical Responsibilities:

• Patient Reception:Greet patients with a warm and friendly demeanor, ensuring they feel welcomed and comfortable upon arrival. Handle patient registration, verify insurance information, and assist with any necessary paperwork.
• Telephone and Email Correspondence:Answer incoming phone calls and respond to email inquiries promptly and professionally. Provide accurate information about services, appointments and general office policies.
• Patient Records:Maintain and update patient records with accuracy and confidentiality. Ensure all necessary documentation is complete and organized for easy access by the clinical team.
• Office Coordination:Assist in the coordination of administrative tasks to maintain the smooth operation of the office. This includes ordering office supplies, managing mail, and coordinating with vendors as needed.
• Patient Care and Satisfaction:Strive to deliver a five-star experience with exceptional customer service to all patients, addressing their concerns and resolving any issues that may arise. Ensure a positive patient experience from check-in to check-out.
• Adherence to Policies and Procedures:Comply with all office policies, procedures, and protocols to maintain a safe and efficient working environment. Maintain confidentiality of all doctors, staff, and patient information.
• Restock supplies, forms, handouts, and rooms.
• Take vital signs.
• Familiar with all forms and handouts (procedure-based, consent forms, etc.)
• Aware of and in compliance with OSHA requirements (e.g. personal protection)
• Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, filing, and charting.
• Make follow up phone calls to patients.
• May take X-Rays.
• Properly closing and opening the office each day (Tanks, Suction, Xray)
• Greet patients and make them feel comfortable.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Dental X-ray license (Pano, PA, CBCT) required.
• Great organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to provide excellent patient care, even under stressful circumstances.
• Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Assistant program preferred.
• Certification as a Surgical Assistant preferred.

Schedule:

• Monday: 8:00am -12:00pm Livermore &1:30pm -4:30pm in Dublin
• Wednesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm in Dublin
• Thursday: 8:00am -4:30pm in Livermore
• Friday: 8:00am - 1:00pm in Dublin
• Tuesdays & weekends off

Benefits:

• 401(k) Matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Referral Program
• Vision Insurance

Special Requirements:

• Working on-site is essential to the function of this position.
• Must be able to stand up to 80% of the time at minimum.
• Physical requirements include sitting, stooping, turning, standing, bending, walking, hearing, reading, writing, and keyboarding, may lift up to 25 lbs.
• This is not an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. Management may require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Beacon Oral Specialists Management, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination