Surgical Dental Assistant – Oral Surgery Team (Sign-On Bonus)

U.S. Oral Surgery Management; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $1,500

Health insurance options

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Dugan & Sweeney Oral & Maxillofacial in Butler, PA is seeking an experienced Surgical Dental Assistant to join our fast-paced oral surgery team. The role involves chairside assistance, patient prep, and collaboration with surgeons to ensure a high standard of care.

You will support anesthesia monitoring, help with pre- and post-operative instructions, and maintain sterile rooms and accurate documentation in a welcoming, patient-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental assisting, ideally in oral surgery.
• Familiarity with extractions, implants, or surgical procedures is a plus.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical procedures as chairside assistant.
• Prepare patients and review medical histories for pre-op procedures.
• Support anesthesia monitoring in accordance with training and protocols.
• Maintain sterile environments and prepare surgical rooms and instruments.
• Document patient charts and treatment records accurately.
• Collaborate with surgeons and team for smooth daily operations.
• Ensure safety standards and patient confidentiality are maintained.

Skills

Dental assisting

Oral surgery

CPR/BLS certification

Communication skills

Education

Dental Assistant certification

Job description

Dugan & Sweeney Oral & Maxillofacial in Butler, PA is seeking an experienced Surgical Dental Assistant to join our fast-paced oral surgery team. The role involves chairside assistance, patient prep, and collaboration with surgeons to ensure a high standard of care.

You will support anesthesia monitoring, help with pre- and post-operative instructions, and maintain sterile rooms and accurate documentation in a welcoming, patient-focused environment.