Surgical Dental Assistant

AMN Healthcare; Northborough (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a premier oral surgery practice as a Surgical Dental Assistant, where your skills will help deliver exceptional patient care. In this vital role, you will support surgeons during procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and optimal patient outcomes. With a focus on teamwork and attention to detail, you will play a crucial part in our commitment to first-class service. This position offers the opportunity to grow in a supportive environment while making a real difference in patients' lives. If you have a passion for dental care and a desire to excel in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; BLS certification needed within 1 month.
• At least 1 year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during procedures with tissue retraction and monitoring.
• Perform preoperative and postoperative duties to ensure patient care.

Skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

DAANCE certification

Radiology certification

Tools

Sterilization devices

Dental radiography equipment

Job description

We are an elite oral surgery practice that is committed to exceptional care for our patients and first-class service to our referring doctors. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Surgical Dental Assistant to join our team. Previous oral surgery experience is a plus but not required.

The role of the Surgical Dental Assistant is critical in providing exceptional patient care resulting in the best clinical outcomes and meeting the needs of our patients.

Role and Responsibilities

The Surgical Dental Assistant will help surgeons during surgery by performing duties such as tissue retraction, intravenous lines, and completing documentation.

• Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to facilitate patient care.
• Verifies the identity of patients and operative sites.
• Discusses with surgeon the nature of the surgical procedure including operative consent and methods of operative exposure.
• Monitors and maintains aseptic technique throughout procedures.
• Maintains an unobstructed operative field using surgical retractors, sponges, and suctioning and irrigating equipment.
• Determines availability of necessary equipment and supplies for operative procedures.
• Obtains and inspects sterile and non-sterile surgical equipment, supplies and instruments.
• Operates sterilization devices.
• Monitors patient intraoperative status.
• Obtains dental radiographs and dental imaging.
• Completes patient clinical narratives.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required or the ability to complete within 1 month of hire.
• At least one year of related experience preferred.
• DAANCE certification preferred.
• Licensed dental assistant preferred.
• Radiology certification preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to work well in a team and individually.
• Good judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Passion for keeping people safe.
• Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job.
• Excellent manual dexterity.
• Superior listening skills with the ability to quickly comprehend instructions in emergency situations.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.