Oral Surgery Assistant
$52,000–$62,400 year
On-siteScottsdale, Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Assist the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, seat patients, and take vitals while maintaining competency in anesthesia monitoring. Provide clear pre-operative and post-operative instructions, obtain medical clearances, and ensure all consent forms and treatment plans are accurately completed. Adhere to OSHA and regulatory guidelines for radiation protection, producing radiographic images with proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning. Document and maintain accurate records, prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments, and ensure they are in good working condition for each procedure. Maintain excellent rapport with patients, doctors, and team members while upholding confidentiality and professional standards throughout the visit.
Required Qualifications
- At least one year of oral surgery assistance
- Basic CPR Certification
- Hepatitis B Vaccination & Titer
- TB Vaccination & Titer
- Ability to climb or balance up to 3 feet
- Occasional stooping, kneeling and crouching
- Extensive standing and walking
- Lifting and mobilization of patients
- Lifting and carrying boxes, supplies up to 25 pounds
- Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
- 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 being made, asking relevant questions, and avoiding inappropriate interruptions
Desired Qualifications
- Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification
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