Surgical Dental Assistant - Implants & Full-Arch Care

Shared Practices Group; Buffalo (NY); 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

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Shared Practices Group is hiring a Surgical Dental Assistant in the United States. The role supports the doctor and dental lab operations, helping establish back-office workflows and ensure a sterile room ready for patient care.

Candidates should have 1–2 years of surgical dental assistant experience, familiarity with implant procedures (All-on-Four, overdentures), and OSHA/HIPAA compliance. Team-oriented, highly organized and communicative professionals are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of surgical dental assisting experience.
• Knowledge of implant procedures, All-on-Four and overdentures.
• OSHA infection control and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review patient histories, vital signs, medications, and alerts; inform doctor of concerns.
• Set up and break down operatory equipment; accurate charting per regulatory standards.
• Chairside assistance during surgical and dental procedures.
• Capture CBCT and panoramic images with accuracy.
• Educate patients on procedures and postoperative instructions.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain treatment rooms per protocols.
• Manage clinical inventory and supplies.
• Assist front desk staff and support collaborative team environment.
• Maintain readiness and follow chairside protocols with efficiency.

Skills

Dental terminology

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Organized/workflow setup

Multitasking

Education

Dental Assistant Certification

CPR Certification

X-Ray Certification

Sedation monitoring certification

Tools

Open Dental software

CBCT imaging equipment

Job description

Shared Practices Group is hiring a Surgical Dental Assistant in the United States. The role supports the doctor and dental lab operations, helping establish back-office workflows and ensure a sterile room ready for patient care.

Candidates should have 1–2 years of surgical dental assistant experience, familiarity with implant procedures (All-on-Four, overdentures), and OSHA/HIPAA compliance. Team-oriented, highly organized and communicative professionals are encouraged to apply.