Surgical Technician

U.S. Oral Surgery Management; Massapequa (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Panossian Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Massapequa, NY is seeking a Surgical Technician to support surgeons during consultations and procedures. You will help with pre- and post-operative care, ensure patient comfort, and maintain high safety and documentation standards in a fast-paced oral surgery setting. The role emphasizes accurate charting, patient satisfaction, and teamwork across the clinic.

Qualifications

• Safety guidelines per OSHA and office standards.
• Diligent adherence to office policies.
• Strong interpersonal skills with patients and staff.
• Clear verbal communication with patients and team.
• Attention to detail in all procedures.
• adaptable to changing duties and schedules.
• Active listening to understand points and questions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and take vitals.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients.
• Adhere to OSHA and radiation safety standards; ensure proper imaging exposure.
• Document and maintain accurate medical records and charting.
• Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments for procedures.

Skills

Safety adherence

Policy following

Interpersonal skills

Clear communication

Detail orientation

Flexibility

Active listening

Education

CPR Certification

Dental assistant certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: NY02 Massapaque - Massapequa, NY 11758

Position Type: FT1

Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly

The following position is for employment with:

Panossian Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

5240 Merrick Rd #1, Massapequa, NY 11758

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

• 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.
• Provide clear and concise pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients. Obtain necessary medical clearances and maintain excellent patient care standards.
• Adhere to OSHA and regulatory guidelines, ensuring radiation protection for all patients and producing radiographic images with proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning.
• Document and maintain accurate records/charting in compliance with established standards.
• Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments, ensuring they are in good working condition for each procedure.
• Maintain good rapport and cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members. Approach conflicts constructively, identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
• Maintain the confidentiality of patient, clinic, and hospital information, discussing sensitive information only among appropriate personnel in private settings.
• Provide an excellent patient experience, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction throughout their visit.
• Accept special projects and additional responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic work environment.

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.

OUR POWER VALUES

• 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.