Oral Surgery Assistant- PRN

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Oral Surgery Assistant- PRN to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department DH OMFS PAV L Job Summary Assist surgeon with general oral procedures. Inform patients on pre-op and post-op instructions. Provide diagnostic information through x-rays, dental impressions, and casts. Monitor patient's vital statistics during surgery. Document treatment by charting in patients' records.Set up procedure area by the type of procedure planned. Pass surgical instrumentation, dressing, prep, and remove sutures and debris intraoperatively. Clean sterile instruments and equipment in accordance with IFU. Room patients and collect medical history. Prepare patients for surgery including preop sedation counseling. Proper handling of instrumentation and equipment pre/post-procedure Essential Functions: Setting up of operating area in accordance with the type of procedure being planned. Pass surgical tools, surgical dressing preparation and remove suture/debris removal. Clean sterile instruments and equipment according to the IFU’s. Attach relevant monitoring equipment in preparation for surgery. (40%) Prepare patients for procedure. Obtain and record patient vital signs. (5%) Proper handling of instrumentation and equipment pre/post procedure. (5%) Monitor and maintain aseptic technique throughout procedures. (5%) Ensure the patient does not breathe in fluids during procedure. Protect patient’s lips, cheeks, and tongue from unnecessary injury. (5%) Continued monitoring of vital signs and instruction on post-operative care. (5%) Assist surgeon in the recovery of patients from sedation and anesthesia. (5%) Record treatment charts. (10%) Provide diagnostic information through x-rays, dental impressions, and casts. (10%) Appointment scheduling and confirmation. (10%) Education: High School Diploma or GED Required Work Experience: less than 1 year Dental or surgical tech experience or less than 1 year MA experience in a Dental or Oral Surgery Licenses: BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required and RST-Registered Surgical Technologist - NBSTSA - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to take direction from an oral surgeon, ability to work quickly, be organized and detail oriented. Good manual dexterity and ability to stand for long periods. Should be reliable and have strong interpersonal communication skills. Work well in a team environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Epic experience, preferred. Shift Days (United States of America) Work Type PRN/Intermittent Salary $21.71 - $30.39 / hr Benefits At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with exceptional retirement contributions, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you. Here is a small list of our benefit programs: Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3% On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes Community resource navigation support Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching About Denver Health Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. We Love Our Purpose Our purpose shapes our culture and guides how we show up—for our patients, our communities, and one another. Every role at Denver Health contributes to improving lives, advancing health equity, and strengthening the communities we serve. Together, we strive to transform the health of our patients and to be the most trusted healthcare provider in Colorado. Our values—respect, belonging, transparency, and accountability—are the foundation of our culture and are reflected across every position, clinical and nonclinical alike. No matter where you work at Denver Health, your role has a meaningful impact on patient health—often in ways you may not even realize. We invest in our people through resources designed to support both immediate success and long-term growth. Mentorship programs, tuition assistance, and our Workforce Development Center help employees transition seamlessly into their roles while preparing for future advancement. We also lead the market with a competitive benefits package, including retirement contributions with a match of up to 9.5%. Recognizing the emotional and physical demands of many jobs in healthcare, we created the RESTORE Center—a leading-edge space that provides intentional peer-support, and an innovative environment designed to reduce burnout and support employee well-being. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Learn more about Denver Health.