Surgical Technician

US Oral Surgery Management; Fishersville (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Oral Surgery is seeking a Surgical Technician to assist the surgeon during consultations and procedures, ensure patient comfort, and support office efficiency.

You will provide pre-operative and post-operative care, obtain necessary clearances, and maintain records, equipment, and safety standards in a fast-paced dental surgical setting. Travel to Lexington practice may be required; strong teamwork and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Safety-focused and compliant with OSHA guidelines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with patients and staff.
• Ability to follow pre- and post-operative instructions.
• Capable of maintaining documentation and records accurately.
• Willingness to travel to Lexington practice if needed.
• Comfort with radiographic procedures and exposure techniques.
• Adaptable in a fast-paced dental surgical setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon during surgeries and consultations; seat patients.
• Take vitals, monitor anesthesia if trained, and ensure consent forms.
• Provide clear pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients.
• Maintain records and charting per standards; ensure safety practices.
• Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments.
• Foster good rapport with patients, doctors and team.
• Handle confidential information professionally and maintain patient experience.

Skills

Patient Care

Teamwork

Communication

Detail-oriented

Active listener

Flexibility

Safety-conscious

Education

CPR Certification

Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification

Job description

Description

The following position is for employment with:

Blue Ridge Oral Surgery

https://www.blueridgeoralsurgery.com/

POSITION PURPOSE

Are 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.

Principal Responsibilities And Duties

• Surgical 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.
• Must be willing to travel to our Lexington practice if needed.
• Also someone that can multitask and work in a very fast paced environment.
• A good team player
• Understanding the importance of coming to work when scheduled.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees may be required to climb or balance (up to 3 feet) in order to obtain information and supplies necessary to complete their job duties. Occasional stooping, kneeling and crouching may be required.

Extensive standing and walking. Assist in lifting and mobilization of patients.

Additionally, occasional lifting and carrying boxes, supplies up to 25 pounds may be required. Furthermore, close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) is required.

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.

Work constantly with other employees, patients and doctors. Work inside (air-controlled environment).

Attend to different tasks simultaneously.

Minimum Qualifications

• Safety 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 required
• Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification preferred
• Hepatitis B Vaccination & Titer
• TB Vaccination & Titer

About Us Oral Surgery Management

By 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.

POWER Values

Our POWER Values form the foundation of our ability to deliver exceptional healthcare experiences and achieve sustainable growth.

Passion for Patient Care

Outstanding Results

Winning Attitude

Embracing Continuous Improvement

Respect for Self and Others

Please 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.