Surgical Technician

Face2Face Maxillofacial Surgery Centre; Homewood (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Face2Face Maxillofacial Surgery Centre is hiring a Surgical Technician to support surgeons during consultations and procedures. You will seat patients, monitor vitals, and help ensure pre- and post-operative care aligns with best practices.

You will provide clear instructions to patients, obtain necessary clearances, and uphold OSHA and radiation safety standards. Maintain precise records, prepare instruments, and contribute to a positive patient experience in a fast-paced clinic.

Qualifications

• Must have previous oral surgery experience.
• CPR Certification required.
• Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting or Dental Assistant Certification preferred.
• Hepatitis B vaccination & TB vaccination & titer may be required.

Responsibilities

• Surgical Support: Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and take vitals; maintain competency in anesthesia monitoring and ensure forms are completed.
• Patient Care Expert: Provide pre-operative and post-operative instructions; obtain medical clearances and maintain patient care standards.
• Compliance and Safety Adherence: Follow OSHA and regulatory guidelines; ensure radiation protection and proper radiographic exposure techniques.
• Record Keeping and Documentation: Maintain accurate records/charting in line with standards.
• Equipment and Instrument Maintenance: Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments for procedures.
• Interpersonal Relations: Maintain good rapport with patients, doctors, and team members; help resolve conflicts.
• Confidentiality and Professionalism: Protect patient and clinic information; discuss sensitive information only with appropriate personnel.
• Patient Experience Enhancement: Ensure a high-quality patient experience and comfort throughout visits.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Take on special projects and adjust to a dynamic work environment.

Skills

Safety compliance

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Active listening

Education

Oral surgery experience

Tools

CPR Certification

Oral/Maxillofacial assisting cert

Job description

The following position is for employment with:Face2Face Maxillofacial Surgery Centre17936 Halsted Street, Homewood, Illinois 60430POSITION 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.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.Previous Experience/Education:Must have previous oral surgery experienceCertifications and Safety Requirements:Basic CPR Certification requiredOral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification preferredHepatitis B Vaccination & TiterTB Vaccination & TiterPlease 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.