Surgical/Dental Assistant

U.S. Oral Surgery Management; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Oral Surgery Management is seeking a Surgical Technician to support the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, manage patient care before and after procedures, and help maintain office efficiency.

You will take vitals, assist with anesthesia monitoring, ensure consent forms, document accurately, and maintain equipment in good condition for each procedure, upholding safety standards and compassionate patient service.

Qualifications

• Follow safety guidelines according to OSHA and office standards.
• Maintain positive rapport with patients and team members.
• Communicate clearly with patients and staff.
• Demonstrate active listening and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and take vitals.
• Provide clear pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients.
• Adhere to OSHA and regulatory guidelines, ensuring radiation protection and proper imaging.
• Document and maintain accurate records and charting.
• Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

CPR certification

X-ray certification

Oral and maxillofacial assisting

Nitrous oxide certification

Hepatitis B vaccination

TB vaccination

Job description

Position Purpose

Are you passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference in a surgical setting? Join our team as a Surgical Technician, where you'll assist the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, enhance patient satisfaction, and boost office efficiency. In this role, you'll provide outstanding pre‑operative and post‑operative care, ensuring the highest standards for our patients.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• Surgical Support: Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and take vitals. Maintain competency in anesthesia monitoring, and ensure all consent forms and treatment plans are accurately completed.
• Patient Care Expert: Provide clear and concise pre‑operative and post‑operative instructions to patients. Obtain necessary medical clearances and maintain excellent patient care standards.
• Compliance and Safety Adherence: Adhere to OSHA and regulatory guidelines, ensuring radiation protection for all patients and producing radiographic images with proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning.
• Record Keeping and Documentation: Document and maintain accurate records/charting in compliance with established standards.
• Equipment and Instrument Maintenance: Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments, ensuring they are in good working condition for each procedure.
• Interpersonal Relations: Maintain good rapport and cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members. Approach conflicts constructively, identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
• Confidentiality and Professionalism: Maintain the confidentiality of patient, clinic, and hospital information, discussing sensitive information only among appropriate personnel in private settings.
• Patient Experience Enhancement: Provide an excellent patient experience, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction throughout their visit.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Accept special projects and additional responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Follow strict safety guidelines and procedures according to OSHA and office standards.
• Adhere to all office policies diligently.
• Maintain a positive rapport with patients and team members through excellent interpersonal skills.
• Effectively communicate verbally with patients and staff in a clear and professional manner.
• Work efficiently with a keen eye for detail.
• Adapt to changing job duties and work schedules as needed.
• Demonstrate active listening by fully engaging in conversations, understanding points being made, asking relevant questions, and avoiding inappropriate interruptions.

Certifications and Safety Requirements

• Basic CPR Certification required
• Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification preferred
• Hepatitis B Vaccination & Titer
• TB Vaccination & Titer
• Nitrous Oxide Certified
• X‑Ray Certified required

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.