Surgical Technician

Oral Surgery Associates & Dental Implant Centers; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Oral Surgery Associates & Dental Implant Centers in Conyers, GA is seeking a Surgical Technician to assist the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, and to provide outstanding pre-operative and post-operative care while boosting office efficiency.

Previous oral surgery experience is required, along with CPR certification. The role emphasizes patient care, safety compliance, and accurate documentation in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Qualifications

• Basic CPR certification is required.
• Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification is preferred.
• Hepatitis B vaccination and TB vaccination/titers are required.
• Ability to follow OSHA guidelines and maintain radiographic safety and exposure standards.

Responsibilities

• Surgical Support: Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and monitor vitals.
• Provide clear pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and regulatory guidelines, including radiation protection and proper imaging techniques.
• Maintain accurate records/charting in accordance with standards and assist with documentation.
• Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments for procedures.
• Maintain good rapport with patients, doctors, and team members; participate in conflict resolution.
• Maintain patient, clinic, and hospital information confidentiality.
• Enhance the patient experience by ensuring comfort and satisfaction during visits.
• Demonstrate adaptability by taking on special projects and flexible duties as needed.

Skills

Safety Adherent

Policy Follower

Interpersonal Dynamo

Clear Communicator

Detail-Oriented

Flexible Worker

Active Listener

Education

CPR Certification

Dental Assistant Certification

Hepatitis B Vaccination & TB Vaccination

Job description

The following position is for employment with:Oral Surgery Associates & Dental Implant Centers1463 Klondike Rd SW Suite C, Conyers, Georgia 30094POSITION 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.