Surgical Dental Assistant

WRIGHT DENTAL SITE HOLDINGS LLC; Cold Spring (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Medical benefits

Paid time off

401k matching

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Critical illness insurance

Hospitalization insurance

Career growth

Job summary

WRIGHT DENTAL SITE HOLDINGS LLC in Kentucky’s Cold Spring is seeking an Oral Surgery Assistant to support oral maxillofacial surgeons in the clinic, performing chairside assistance, patient preparation, radiographs, and instrument sterilization.

The role covers infection control, instrument maintenance, inventory, and accurate patient records, with a focus on delivering exceptional care in a fast-paced surgical setting.

Qualifications

• Certification in oral and maxillofacial surgery assisting.
• Radiography certification.
• At least six months of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of surgical equipment, infection control and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon with chairside procedures and operatory setup.
• Prepare patient charts, treatment plans, and update dental records.
• Operate X-ray and 3D scanning equipment and develop radiographs.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain equipment per protocols.
• Monitor vital signs and assist during anesthesia and procedures.
• Provide patient education on oral health care and postoperative outcomes.

Skills

Dental assisting

Chairside teamwork

Education

Oral and maxillofacial surgery assistant certification

Radiography certification

Tools

X-ray equipment operation

3D scanning equipment

Job description

The Oral Surgery Assistant will provide assistance to oral maxillofacial surgeons within the Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic. Duties will include assisting in routine and advanced oral surgery procedures as directed by the oral surgeon. Additional duties include and are not limited to, patient preparation and positioning; clinical area preparation; oral surgery assisting, the use, maintenance, distribution of surgical equipment, instruments and supplies, and the collection and maintenance of patient data and records.RESPONSIBILITIES:Performing administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, charting, and filing.Preparing patient charts, recording treatment plans, and updating dental records.Operating X-ray and 3D scanning equipment and developing radiographs for diagnostic purposes.Preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments, materials, and equipment in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols.Assisting the surgeon with all chairside procedures including operatory setup, anesthesia administration, and cleanup.Preparing patients for surgery and monitoring vital signs during procedures.Providing patients with information on oral health care, treatment plans, and postoperative outcomes.Monitoring our stock of surgical supplies and medication and replenishing these, as needed.Ensuring that instruments and equipment are effectively maintained.Providing excellent patient care at all times.REQUIREMENTSOral and maxillofacial surgery assistant certification.Radiography certification.At least six months of dental assisting experience is preferred.Sound knowledge of how to use surgical equipment, instruments, and materials.A good understanding of surgical techniques, chairside responsibilities, and health and safety protocols.An excellent understanding of dental records, charts, and documentation.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 attitudeBENEFITSDental, Vision, Medical Benefits, Paid Time Off, 401k with company matching contributions.Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term DisabilityCritical illness and Hospitalization InsuranceOpportunity for career growth