Specialty Dental Assistant

Smile Brands Inc.; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee discount programs

Pet insurance

Job summary

Smile Brands Inc. seeks a Traveling Oral Surgery Assistant to work closely with our Dentist in California. You will prepare rooms, assist during procedures including extractions and implants, and ensure sterile conditions per OSHA/CDC guidelines.

You will also handle radiographs, patient instruction, records, and coordination of referrals, while traveling to affiliated practices. Certification in CPR/BLS/ACLS and an OS experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have CPR or BLS or ACLS certification.
• X-ray or registered dental assistant license required.
• Willing to travel for assignments.
• Experience in oral surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and surgical suites for oral surgery procedures.
• Welcome patients, review medical histories, obtain consent forms.
• Assist oral surgeon during procedures including extractions and implants.
• Pass instruments and prepare materials for the surgeon.
• Maintain sterile environment following OSHA/CDC guidelines.
• Take and process dental radiographs and CBCT scans (certification required).
• Maintain and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Monitor patient vital signs during procedures per California rules.
• Provide chairside support before, during, and after surgery.
• Educate patients on pre- and post-operative care and recovery.
• Manage patient records and coordinate referrals and scheduling.
• Respond to medical emergencies per established protocols.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.
• Collaborate with clinical team to deliver quality patient care.
• Participate in ongoing education on oral surgery practices.

Skills

Willing to travel

Patient care

Education

X-ray or registered dental assistant license

CPR/BLS/ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

You belong here with us at Bright Now! Dental

We're looking for a Traveling Oral Surgery Assistant professional who will work closely with our Dentist.

Our commitment is in everything we do. Smile Brands is strongly rooted in encouraging and empowering people to branch out beyond their comfort zones. We believe in individual journeys of personal and professional discovery in an environment where people feel safe, supported, welcomed and seen.

Schedule

Monday-Saturday

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and surgical suites for oral surgery procedures.
• Welcome patients, review medical histories, and ensure all required consent forms are completed.
• Assist the oral surgeon during surgical procedures, including extractions, dental implant placement, bone grafting, biopsies, and other oral and maxillofacial surgeries.
• Anticipate the surgeon's needs by preparing and passing instruments, materials, and equipment.
• Maintain a sterile surgical environment by following OSHA, CDC, and California infection control guidelines.
• Take and process digital dental radiographs, panoramic X-rays, and CBCT scans (with appropriate certification).
• Prepare and maintain surgical instruments, handpieces, and equipment, ensuring proper sterilization and functionality.
• Monitor and document patient vital signs during surgical procedures as directed by the oral surgeon and within California regulations.
• Provide chairside support before, during, and after surgery to ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Educate patients on pre-operative and post-operative care instructions, including medication, diet, and recovery expectations.
• Assist with patient recovery and discharge, ensuring patients meet established recovery criteria before leaving the office.
• Maintain accurate patient records, treatment notes, and electronic health records (EHR).
• Manage inventory of surgical supplies, implants, medications, and equipment; notify management when supplies need replenishment.
• Coordinate referrals, treatment scheduling, and follow-up appointments with patients and referring dental offices.
• Respond calmly and effectively to medical emergencies while following established emergency protocols.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to deliver exceptional patient care and create a positive patient experience.
• Participate in continuing education and training to remain current on oral surgery techniques, safety standards, and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Must have certs to be hired:
• cpr or bls or acls
• x-ray or registered dental assistant license
• willing to travel
• must have os experience

Compensation

$20-$23/hr.

Benefits

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off (“PTO”), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan.

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]