Surgical Assitant

Mountain State Oral and Facial Surgery is a premier provider of comprehensive oral and maxillofacial surgical services, serving communities across West Virginia, Virginia, Ohio and Kentucky. With over 40 years of experience, our board-certified surgeons offer a full scope of procedures, including dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, corrective jaw surgery, and facial cosmetic surgery. Our nine conveniently located offices are equipped with advanced diagnostic and surgical tools, ensuring patients receive the highest quality care in a comfortable and compassionate environment. At Mountain State, we're not only dedicated to clinical excellence-we're also committed to fostering a workplace where employees can thrive throughout every stage of their careers. We're looking for team-oriented professionals who are passionate about growth and excellence. Position Summary: To provide surgical support to doctors and excellent patient care. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures current patient records
• Assists doctors with exams
• Performs X-rays on patients, as needed
• Reviews medical history with patients
• Ensures proper consent forms are signed by patient and/or guardian
• Prepare patient prescriptions accurately
• Performs blood pressure checks, EKG monitoring, Pulse Oximeter monitoring
• Records accurate anesthesia record charting
• Records accurate vital signs
• Maintain clear airways on sedated patients; performs suction on sedated patients
• Performs post-op patient monitoring, including staying with patient until caretaker arrives
• Assist with cleaning and preparing surgical rooms
• Provides support for ongoing surgeries
• Maintains upmost confidentiality
• Any duties required to maintain patient flow and any other extra duties office clinical manager assigns

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must be detail-oriented
• Must maintain professionalism at all time
• Must maintain training/ continuing education requirements
• Ability to function in fast paced and/ or stressful work environment
• Must adhere to company policies and procedures and safety guidelines

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Certificate in dental assisting and/ or surgical assisting preferred
• DAANCE, N2O and CPR certification required

• Prolonged standing and walking
• Frequent bending and twisting
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Can physically assist patients including lifting, pulling, holding
• Ability to retain firm grip on instruments for extended periods of time up to 1 hour
• Dexterity to grab, hold, xywuqvp adjust, tap, feel, and pick up instruments frequently

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Family leave
• Financial planning services
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Pet insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Travel reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program