Surgical Dental Assistant

Philadelphia Dentures & Implants

Chadds Ford Township (PA)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 41,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Scrub reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Philadelphia Dentures & Implants, part of Shared Practices Group, is seeking a highly motivated Surgical Dental Assistant with 1-2 years of experience to join our team. You will help establish and organize the back office, support the doctor, and ensure a sterile room ready for procedures.

Collaborative, organized professionals who can multitask and maintain patient care standards will thrive. The role involves chairside assistance, imaging, inventory management, and front-desk support as needed.

Qualifications

Strong understanding of basic dental terminology.
Experience with inventory management and supply ordering.
Knowledge of implant procedures, All-on-Four and overdentures.
Proficient in taking alginate impression.
Compliant with OSHA regulations and infection control protocols.
Adheres to HIPAA standards for patient privacy and confidentiality.
Skilled in capturing CBCT and panoramic x-ray images.
Maintains a positive, professional attitude.
Demonstrates a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
Highly organized, efficient and dependable.

Responsibilities

Review patient medical histories and document meds and alerts.
Set up and break down operatory equipment; charting.
Assist the doctor chairside during surgical and dental procedures.
Capture CBCT and panoramic images.
Educate patients on procedures and post-operative care.
Sterilize instruments and maintain treatment rooms.
Monitor inventory and ensure supplies are stocked.
Support front desk and maintain patient care flow.
Maintain chairside readiness and troubleshooting basic equipment.
Oversee basic maintenance of office equipment.

Skills

Dental terminology

Inventory management

Implant procedures

Alginate impressions

OSHA infection control

CBCT/panoramic imaging

Team collaboration

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Tools

Open Dental

Job description

Description

OVERVIEW:

Working at Shared Practices Group means being part of a dynamic work environment where each one of our employees has the opportunity to make a difference. We love what we do, and it shows. Our company’s purpose is to increase our patients’ access to life-changing full arch dentistry. We value our employees as much as we value our patients. One of our core values is “Team First,” only by serving our teammates can we render excellent service to our patients!

Shared Practices Group is a very fast growing company that has several dental practices around the US focusing on dentures and implants. Our mission is to increase our patients’ access to life-changing full arch dentistry. We take care of our teams at our practices so that they can take care of our patients! We offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. Come join our team today!

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Surgical Dental Assistant with a minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience and a genuine enthusiasm for surgical procedures. The ideal candidate brings a positive, team-oriented mindset, strong work ethic, and a dedication to helping the practice achieve its goals. This role requires someone ready to contribute from day one—playing a key role in establishing and organizing the back office, developing efficient workflows, and ensuring the sterile room is set up to support optimal patient care. Collaboration with both clinical and administrative team members will be essential to delivering exceptional service. Additionally, this position will provide direct support to the doctor and dental lab operations.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Review patient medical histories, obtain vital signs, and accurately document medications, medical conditions, and any relevant alerts, notifying the doctor of concerns promptly
Set up and break down operatory equipment and instruments; ensure timely and accurate charting in compliance with regulatory standards and to support an efficient clinical schedule
Assist the doctor chairside during a wide range of surgical and dental procedures
Capture high-quality CBCT and panoramic images with accuracy
Educate patients on procedures, prescribed medications, and detailed pre-operative and post-operative instructions
Clean and sterilize instruments and maintain treatment rooms according to infection control protocols
Monitor and manage clinical inventory, ensuring necessary supplies are stocked and organized
Provide support to front desk staff as needed, fostering a collaborative team environment
Maintain procedural readiness by anticipating clinical needs and following chairside assisting protocols with confidence and efficiency
Oversee basic maintenance and troubleshooting of office equipment to ensure smooth daily operations

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Strong understanding of basic dental terminology
Experience with inventory management and supply ordering
Knowledge of implant procedures, All-on-Four and overdentures
Proficient in taking alginate impression
Compliant with OSHA regulations and infection control protocols
Adheres to HIPAA standards for patient privacy and confidentiality
Skilled in capturing CBCT and panoramic x-ray images
Maintains a positive, professional attitude
Demonstrates a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
Highly organized, efficient and dependable
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to multitask and maintain a positive, energetic demeanor

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Current CPR certification
Valid X-Ray certification
Sedation monitoring certification
A minimum of 1-2 years experience in an oral surgery setting is strongly preferred
Experience with wax try-ins and replacing locator rings
Familiarity with Open Dental software is a plus

WHAT WE OFFER:

You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients’ lives every day. In addition to a rewarding career, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes: