Dental Surgical Assistant

Team Perio is growing and we are looking for awesome people to join our team. Our practices are owned by one doctor and managed with a team of people united by the goal of helping as many patients as possible, experience dental surgery in a positive way . We pride ourselves in maintaining a healthy office culture with competitive pay and benefits. The ideal candidate will have a passion for providing excellent patient experiences and work well within a team. This is a full-time position with benefits.

Responsibilities of Surgical Assistant

• Prepare the operatory and equipment
• Greet and escort patients to and from the treatment room
• Prepare the patient for surgery or examination
• Maintain awareness of the comfort and safety needs of patients
• Record treatment information in the patient's chart
• Assist the doctor by passing instruments, aspirating intra-oral fluids, taking photographs
• Take radiographs as directed by the doctor
• Provide post-operative care to patients as directed by doctor
• Communicate with other essential team members to coordinate patient flow and comfort
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

Requirements of Surgical Assistant

• CPR & first aid certificate
• Valid X-ray certificate
• Sustained positivity and energy throughout the day
• Communicates clearly with patients and all team members
• Attention to detail
• Professionalism

Compensation and Benefits

• Wage: $22-32 per hour DOE
• 90-Day Review and wage assessment, with potential of increase
• 32-34 hour work week
• Health Insurance Benefit at 30 days, all other benefits eligible after 90-day probation
• 40 hours Vacation (Accrued Annually) doubles at year 3 of service.
• 5 days sick pay per year
• 5 paid holidays
• Medical, Vision, and Dental available
• 401K Employer contribution

We think that all patients deserve to experience a better life by having their mouth restored to ideal health. If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we want to meet you. After submission of your job inquiry, you will receive a questionnaire. Please make sure to answer the questions on our questionnaire. Incomplete applications will not be considered for review.