Oral/Max Surgery Dental Assistant

Oral/Max Surgery Dental Assistant


Job Details

Professional Discipline : Dental Services


Specialty : Dental Assistant


Employment Type : Full Time


City : Killeen


State : TX


Pay Range :


Job Description:

InGenesis is currently seeking a qualified Oral Surgery Dental Assistant to work with our client located in Killeen, TX. In this role, you will serve as the sole assistant to an oral surgeon in a variety of complex oral maxillofacial procedures performed in the hospital operating room and dental clinic.

Apply today and we'll reach out to answer any questions you may have!

Job Duties

• Receive and schedule patients for treatment.
• Obtain and record medical history of patient.
• Take dental impressions and pours study models.
• Operate dental X-ray equipment for radiographs.
• Process laboratory specimen and routes to the pathology laboratory.
• Prepare clinic and operating room for surgical procedures.
• Prepare supplies, equipment, and instruments for surgery.
• Anticipate oral surgeon's needs.
• Ensure patient does not aspirate fluids and that injuries to the lip, tongue, cheeks and skin are prevented.
• Assist in wiring splints and maintain placement of retractors.
• Prepare and place surgical dressings, removes contaminated instruments from the operating field.
• Cut sutures on direction.
• Monitor patient under general anesthesia or sedation.
• Apply, change, and remove dressings, sutures, and other maxillofacial appliances.
• Order and store dental supplies.
• Record treatment and examination information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate from a formal dental assistant program with 6+ months of clinical dental assisting experience.
• 3+ months of experience must be in an office-based outpatient surgery practice or the operating room.
• Training or experience must be within past 2 years.
• Current BLS through AHA or ARC.
• Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support PALS
• Current immunizations, required.

EEO Statement:

InGenesis is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including recent executive orders, and strictly prohibit discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

InGenesis is dedicated to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and ensuring that all employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Please visit our website at for more information.

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Company Statement:

With decades of experience, InGenesis has grown into one of North America's most trusted Healthcare Services Firms, which includes comprehensive health and workforce solutions. As the industry landscape shifts with new challenges in patient care, quality and compliance requirements, workforce retention, and operational efficiencies, we deliver strategic, data-driven solutions that include redefining workforce management and clinical service delivery. Explore InGenesis to discover how our expertise, innovative strategies, and commitment to excellence are shaping the future of healthcare workforce solutions. Join us in celebrating the professionals who define the next era of healthcare.