Surgical Dental Assistant-OMFS

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health and Life Insurance

Vision benefits

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Participation

Paid Holidays

401(k) employer contribution/match

Descripción de la vacante

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Dental Surgery Support role within the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery team. You will assist during procedures, monitor sedation, prepare operatories, and maintain sterile technique while documenting clinical data.

The position emphasizes patient care, teamwork, and adherence to safety and privacy policies. Thorough preparation and communication are essential, with opportunities for professional development within VCU Dental Care.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current Dental Radiology License is required.
• Two years of surgical dental assisting experience preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare patients, operatories, instruments, and equipment for surgical and sedation procedures.
• Assist providers during oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures.
• Obtain and document patient histories, vital signs, imaging, and sedation records.
• Monitor sedated patients within scope of training and requirements.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative patient care and instructions.
• Maintain sterile technique, sterilize instruments, and turnover operatory.
• Maintain surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Keep accurate clinical documentation and comply with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Oral surgery knowledge

Four-handed dentistry

Sterile technique

Patient monitoring

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental Radiology License

Two years of surgical dental assisting experience

Current CPR certification

Descripción del empleo

Position Summary

Provides clinical support to Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery providers during surgical procedures, sedation, and perioperative patient care. Responsibilities include patient preparation, surgical assistance, sedation monitoring, imaging, clinical documentation, and maintaining a safe and sterile clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, operatories, instruments, and equipment for surgical and sedation procedures.
• Assist providers during oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures.
• Obtain and document patient histories, vital signs, diagnostic imaging, and sedation records.
• Monitor sedated patients within the scope of training and applicable requirements.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative patient care and instructions as directed by the provider.
• Maintain sterile technique, perform instrument sterilization, and complete operatory turnover.
• Monitor and maintain surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and VCU Dental Care policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Dental Radiology License (Required).
• Knowledge of oral surgery procedures, four-handed dentistry, and sterile technique.
• Knowledge of sedation procedures, patient monitoring, and infection control practices.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and patient care skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of surgical dental assisting experience.
• Experience with IV sedation and nitrous oxide.
• At least one year of experience assisting with or supporting sedation procedures.
• Current CPR certification.

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Brief Summary of Benefits: Benefits for this position include, but are not limited to, Health and Group Life Insurance, Vision, Dental Insurance, Flexible Spending Participation, and Paid Holidays. Employees are eligible for Paid Time Off (PTO) after 90 days of employment. After completion of 6 months, employees are eligible for a 401(k) employer contribution and match. Additional benefits include Professional Development/Tuition Assistance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance.

Background checks required.

EEO Statement: VCU Dental Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to, veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, and/or age.