Surgical Dental Assistant — Sedation & OR Support

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Vision benefits

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Participation

Paid Holidays

401(k) employer contribution/match

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

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, 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.

Skills

Oral surgery knowledge

Four-handed dentistry

Sterile technique

Patient monitoring

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental Radiology License

Two years of surgical dental assisting experience

Current CPR certification

Job description

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.