Dental Assistant (Oral Surgery)

Mission: The primary role of the Surgical Assistant is to assist the Oral Surgeons with clinical procedures including assisting with surgery and all pre- and post-op procedures plus contributing to a "white gloves" treatment of our patients. Key Responsibilities of the Surgical Assistant : Prepare patients for consultationsKeep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual needs and concernsSterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; clean each operatory in accordance with the state applicable infection control guidelinesComplete radiographs and CT scans of patients in an efficient and timely mannerPrepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, replenishing as needed to provide efficient patient careInstruct patients on pre/postoperative care as directed by the oral surgeonRecord patient charting and all the surgeons notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the dentistMaintain strict compliance with applicable regulations, (e.g. OSHA, HIPAA requirements and best practices)Oversee sedation processes, IV supplies, histories, post-op, as neededAssist in recording drugs/vitals before and after surgeryEscort/wheel sedated patients out after surgeryAssisting the front office staff if/when necessaryAssist with tracking implant supplies Requirements of the surgical assistant position: Surgical Assistant experienceRegistered Dental Assistant certificationExperience in working in dental and/or oral surgeryWillingness to travel to other offices if/when neededGreat customer service skills Essential Surgical Assistant Skills: Effective written, verbal and electronic communicationAbility to gain trust and respect of the doctors, practice managers, teams, and peersExcellent organizational and multi-tasking skillsAbility to take initiative and exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertiseAbility to maintain confidentialityComputer proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPointPractices shared accountability with other functional areas of the business Working Conditions: Clinical setting working closely with doctors during surgeries, using the required surgical equipment for various oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures. Some work in an office setting using a computer, telephone system, and standard office equipment; work hours are expected during company operating hours (hours per week vary according to office needs at the time of an opening) OMS360 is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). OUR CORE VALUES Teamwork: We are one community; partners with a shared vision of success. We are more powerful together than alone.Integrity: We communicate honestly, transparently, and authentically. We take responsibility for our actions, building our reputation by doing what is right.Growth-Minded: We seek to constantly adapt and improve. We provide pathways for personal and professional fulfillment.Excellence: We are a performance-driven organization, with a passion for excellence in service and outcomes. We are committed to being the best version of ourselves each day.Respect: We actively listen and seek to understand. We are welcoming to all; treating others with dignity, compassion, and kindness.