Surgical Dental Assistant

Steven Vorholt PLLC Tacoma Dentures & Implants; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Short-term disability and additional

Paid vacation and sick

Paid holidays

Scrub reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Shared Practices Group is seeking a highly motivated Surgical Dental Assistant with 1–2 years of relevant experience to join our growing team. You will help establish and organize the back office, develop efficient workflows, set up sterile rooms, assist the doctor chairside, and support dental lab operations to deliver exceptional patient care.

This role emphasizes teamwork, precision, and a positive attitude. Schedule: Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years surgical dental assisting experience.
• Knowledge of implant procedures, All-on-Four and overdentures.
• Proficient in taking alginate impressions.
• Follows OSHA infection control and HIPAA privacy standards.
• Excellent communication and team-oriented mindset.
• Experience with Open Dental software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review patient histories, vital signs, and document medications.
• Set up and break down operatory equipment; maintain charting.
• Chairside assisting during surgical and dental procedures.
• Capture CBCT and panoramic images.
• Educate patients on procedures and post-operative care.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain treatment rooms.
• Assist front desk as needed and manage clinical inventory.
• Troubleshoot office equipment and support clinical workflows.

Skills

Dental terminology

Inventory management

Implant procedures

All-on-Four

Overdentures

Alginate impressions

CBCT imaging

HIPAA compliance

OSHA infection control

Open Dental

Communication

Teamwork

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.

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:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short-term disability and additional optional benefits
• Paid vacation and sick
• Paid holidays
• Scrub reimbursement
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth
  

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Compensation: $22-$32/hr

SPG is a great place to not only work but to begin a rewarding career. If you’ve ever imagined being a part of a team that helps change lives by giving patient’s their confidence back through a new smile, this is the career for you!