Dental Surgical Assistant

Job Details Location: NY04 - FISHKILL, NY 12524 Position Type: FT1 Salary: $20.00 - $27.00 hourly Practice Locations 400 Westage Business Center Dr #204, Fishkill, NY 12524 36 N Plank Rd, Newburgh, NY 12550 2649 Strang Blvd #202, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 Position Purpose Are you passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference in a surgical setting? Join our team as a Surgical Technician, assisting the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, enhancing patient satisfaction, and boosting office efficiency. In this role, you will provide outstanding pre‑operative and post‑operative care, ensuring the highest standards for our patients. Principal Responsibilities and Duties Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and take vitals. Maintain competency in anesthesia monitoring and ensure all consent forms and treatment plans are accurately completed. Provide clear pre‑operative and post‑operative instruction to patients. Obtain necessary medical clearances and maintain excellent patient care standards. Adhere to OSHA and regulatory guidelines, ensuring radiation protection for all patients and producing radiographic images with proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning. Document and maintain accurate records/charting in compliance with established standards. Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments, ensuring they are in good working condition for each procedure. Maintain rapport and cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members, and resolve conflicts constructively. Maintain confidentiality of patient, clinic, and hospital information. Ensure an excellent patient experience by maintaining comfort and satisfaction throughout the visit. Accept special projects and additional responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility. Minimum Qualifications Follow strict safety guidelines and procedures according to OSHA and office standards. Adhere to all office policies diligently. Maintain a positive rapport with patients and team members through excellent interpersonal skills. Effectively communicate verbally with patients and staff in a clear and professional manner. Work efficiently with a keen eye for detail. Adapt to changing job duties and work schedules as needed. Demonstrate active listening by fully engaging in conversations, understanding points, asking relevant questions, and avoiding inappropriate interruptions. Certifications and Safety Requirements Basic CPR Certification required. Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification preferred. Hepatitis B Vaccination & Titer. TB Vaccination & Titer. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Oral Surgery Management