Surgical Technician

Oral Surgery Associates & Dental Implant Centers; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Oral Surgery Associates & Dental Implant Centers in Athens, GA is seeking a Surgical Technician to assist the surgeon during consultations and procedures, provide pre-operative and post-operative care, and help improve patient satisfaction and office efficiency. The role requires prior oral surgery experience and CPR certification.

You will maintain patient records, prepare instruments, monitor anesthesia, and support a compassionate team in a fast-paced environment while ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• Follow OSHA and office safety guidelines at all times.
• Maintain positive rapport with patients and team members.
• Communicate clearly with patients and staff.
• Be detail-oriented with high accuracy in records and procedures.
• Adapt to changing duties and schedules as needed.
• Demonstrate active listening and appropriate responses.
• CPR certification required; OMFS/Dental Assistant certification preferred.
• Hepatitis B vaccination and TB vaccination/titers.

Responsibilities

• Surgical Support: Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and take vitals.
• Provide clear pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients.
• Adhere to OSHA and regulatory guidelines, ensuring radiation protection and proper radiographs.
• Document and maintain accurate records/charting per established standards.
• Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments for procedures.
• Maintain good rapport with patients, doctors, and team members.
• Uphold confidentiality of patient and clinic information.
• Enhance patient experience and comfort throughout visits.
• Demonstrate flexibility by taking on special projects and additional duties.

Skills

Safety Adherent

Policy Follower

Interpersonal Dynamo

Clear Communicator

Detail-Oriented

Flexible Worker

Active Listener

Job description

The following position is for employment with:Oral Surgery Associates & Dental Implant Centers740 Prince Avenue Building 1-A, Athens, Georgia 30606POSITION PURPOSEAre you passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference in a surgical setting? Join our team as a Surgical Technician, where you'll assist the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, enhance patient satisfaction, and boost office efficiency. In this role, you'll provide outstanding pre-operative and post-operative care, ensuring the highest standards for our patients.**Previous Oral Surgery experience required**PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESSurgical Support: Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and take vitals. Maintain competency in anesthesia monitoring, and ensure all consent forms and treatment plans are accurately completed.Patient Care Expert: Provide clear and concise pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients. Obtain necessary medical clearances and maintain excellent patient care standards.Compliance and Safety Adherence: Adhere to OSHA and regulatory guidelines, ensuring radiation protection for all patients and producing radiographic images with proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning.Record Keeping and Documentation: Document and maintain accurate records/charting in compliance with established standards.Equipment and Instrument Maintenance: Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments, ensuring they are in good working condition for each procedure.Interpersonal Relations: Maintain good rapport and cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members. Approach conflicts constructively, identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.Confidentiality and Professionalism: Maintain the confidentiality of patient, clinic, and hospital information, discussing sensitive information only among appropriate personnel in private settings.Patient Experience Enhancement: Provide an excellent patient experience, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction throughout their visit.Adaptability and Flexibility: Accept special projects and additional responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic work environment.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSSafety Adherent: Follow strict safety guidelines and procedures according to OSHA and office standards.Policy Follower: Adhere to all office policies diligently.Interpersonal Dynamo: Maintain a positive rapport with patients and team members through excellent interpersonal skills.Clear Communicator: Effectively communicate verbally with patients and staff in a clear and professional manner.Detail-Oriented: Work efficiently with a keen eye for detail.Flexible Worker: Adapt to changing job duties and work schedules as needed.Active Listener: Demonstrate active listening by fully engaging in conversations, understanding points being made, asking relevant questions, and avoiding inappropriate interruptions.Certifications and Safety Requirements:Basic CPR Certification requiredOral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification preferredHepatitis B Vaccination & TiterTB Vaccination & TiterABOUT US ORAL SURGERY MANAGEMENTBy joining US Oral Surgery Management (USOSM), you become part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization made up of best-in-class Oral and Maxillofacial practices. Together, we have the POWER to achieve more, by creating a positive impact on the communities we serve and reinforcing our position as a top leader in the industry. We believe in the POWER of teamwork, where every member contributes to our collective success. Whether you're in clinical operations, administration, support services, etc., your role is crucial to achieving our shared mission: fueling innovation and clinical excellence, while driving worthwhile outcomes for our practices.Our POWER Values form the foundation of our ability to deliver exceptional healthcare experiences and achieve sustainable growth.Passion for Patient CareOutstanding ResultsWinning AttitudeEmbracing Continuous ImprovementRespect for Self and OthersPlease note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.