Dental / Surgical Assistant

Job Description Job Title: Dental/Surgical Assistant Salary Range: $24-$29 per hour (Non-exempt) Department: Clinical Reports to: Practice Manager Monday - Thursday 6:45 AM to 5:15 PM Job Summary The Dental/Surgical Assistant plays a crucial role in assisting our prosthodontists and surgeons on clinical operations, prosthetics, surgery, and digital scanning to provide state-of-the-art dental implant solutions to our patients. Duties/Responsibilities Assist the dentist during a variety of surgical and restorative procedures. Sterilize dental instruments, prepare equipment, and treatment rooms for each patient following OHSA and infection control guidelines. Take and process accurate impressions/digital impressions, and digital X-rays, ensuring high-quality images for diagnostic purposes. Welcome patients, inquire about medical history, document treatment, and maintain up-to-date patient records (e.g, treatment charts, medical histories, consent forms). Deliver pre/post operative care instructions and follow-up care with clarity and compassion. Stay updated with industry best practices, infection control protocols, and regulatory guidelines. Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; Certification or diploma from an accredited dental assisting program Proficient in all back-office dental duties including four-handed dentistry, taking and processing digital X-rays, infection control, disinfection, and sterilization procedures. Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and terminology. Familiarity with dental software and appointment scheduling systems (Open Dental experience is a plus). Ability to travel between offices as needed. Bilingual (English/Spanish a plus) Preferred Qualifications Direct oral surgery assisting experience in a surgeon-led practice. Experience in administering general anesthesia and/or oral conscious sedation, with a strong understanding of sedation protocols and patient monitoring. Understanding of All-on-4 and implant treatment. #J-18808-Ljbffr