Surgical Assistant (Client Opening)

Surgical Assistant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Surgical Assistant to join our periodontal practice. This role supports clinical operations, patient care, and office coordination. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, collaborative and comfortable working in surgical environment.

Assist chairside during surgical and non-surgical procedures

Take patient blood pressure and monitor vitals

Take dental x-rays and impressions

Retrieve and manage x-rays via Eaglesoft and email

Coordinate implant cases from consultation through final stages

Order and maintain clinical supplies

Clean and sterilize instruments and operatories

Answer phone calls from general dentists and patients

Address patient questions and concerns professionally

Fax clinical notes to referring general dentists post-appointment

Support the Scheduler in building and adjusting the daily schedule

Rotate cleaning of common areas, especially during heightened health protocols (e.g., COVID)

Participate in general office cleaning and upkeep

Other duties as assigned

Experience in dental or surgical assisting preferred.

Positive attitude and willingness to learn is essential

Works to gain respect and a relationship with others by showing regard and empathy and can engage well with customers. Can be a team player.

Capable of handling multiple tasks and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Clear and professional verbal and written communication for team collaboration and documentation.

Maintains accuracy in documentation, measurements and data entry.

Familiarity with Eaglesoft or similar dental software

Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to multitask and work collaboratively with clinical and administrative teams

Activities performed by this position that could cause serious injury or death to the operator, other employees and/or other individuals if not used/performed properly or safely:

Assisting during surgical procedures, where precision and focus are critical

Monitoring patient vitals, such as blood pressure, which requires accuracy and attentiveness

Handling and sterilizing instruments, which must be done to exact standards to prevent infection

Taking and managing x-rays, which involves radiation safety protocols

Coordinating implant cases, where errors could affect treatment outcomes

Maintaining infection control standards, especially during heightened health concerns like COVID

Full cognitive and physical ability while on duty

Adherence to all safety and health regulations

Compliance with any drug-free workplace policies, including potential pre-employment or random drug screening

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.

Standing and walking for extended periods during procedures and patient care

Bending, reaching, and lifting to assist with equipment, supplies, and patient positioning

Manual dexterity for handling instruments, taking impressions, and operating dental equipment

Visual acuity to read charts, take x-rays, and manage digital records

Occasional lifting of items up to 25 pounds (e.g., supply boxes, equipment)

Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods, including masks, gloves, and eye protection

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Clinical setting with direct patient interaction

Team-oriented and patient-focused

Adherence to infection control and safety protocols

Work week hours are Monday-Thursday, 32 hours.

Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, PC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.