Dental Surgical Assistant

Why Join Capital District Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons? Step into a Surgical Role That Makes a Difference - Join CDOMS as a Dental Surgical Assistant High-Performance Environment Join a seasoned surgical team with 3 assistants per pod and dedicated nurses Assist in bread-and-butter oral surgery: implants, wisdom teeth, IV sedation, and consultations Work in spacious, fully equipped operatories with 3D imaging, CBCT, and digital charting Pay Rate: $18-23/hour, depending on experience and certification Full Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life insurance, disability 1‑hour daily lunch break: 1‑2pm daily On‑the‑job training, support, and mentorship Continuing Education (CE) opportunities to sharpen your surgical assisting skills Work across two state‑of‑the‑art locations: Albany (10 operatories) and Latham (5 operatories) Strong referral base and high patient volume means no shortage of hands‑on experience Locations Albany Office - 7 Southwoods Blvd, Suite 1, Albany, NY 12211 Latham Office - 11 Century Hill Drive, Suite 200, Latham, NY 12110 Schedule 4 days in Albany, 1 day in Latham | Monday‑Thursday 8am‑4pm, Friday 8am‑2pm Your Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities Prepare surgical rooms, instruments, and patient charts in advance of procedures Assist chairside during oral surgery procedures including sedation, extractions, and implant placements Monitor and update patient vitals, comfort, and post‑op recovery instructions Sterilize and maintain instruments following strict surgical protocols Coordinate inventory of surgical supplies and track implant materials Support the surgeon and anesthesia team with setup and procedural assistance Provide detailed pre‑ and post‑operative instructions to patients and caregivers Maintain electronic records, chart treatment notes, and assist with digital imaging as needed What We’re Looking For High school diploma or equivalent (required) Completion of a CODA‑accredited dental assistant program (preferred) Oral Surgery Assistant Certification (preferred) DANB, ICE, RHS certifications (state‑dependent) Valid CPR/BLS certification Minimum of 1 year of chairside dental assisting experience (required | oral surgery preferred) Excellent communication skills and calm presence in surgical environments A team‑oriented mindset with high attention to detail CDOMS is a proud affiliate of Affinity Dental Management, an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information or other characteristics protected by law. All candidates' employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check, reference check, and employment verification. #J-18808-Ljbffr Affinity Dental Management