What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traveling Oral Surgery Assistant position at Dr Lane & Associates?
Responsible for traveling to designated practices and assisting he designated doctor. This involves not only assisting the surgeon with their duties, but also working closely with the patient to ensure they’re comfortable. They need to have great attention to detail and be organized. The Chairside Oral Surgery Assistant will carry out tasks such as preparing equipment before surgery, discussing the procedure and any aftercare with patients, and helping surgeons maintain patient vital statistics. They should also maintain inventory in operatories and in supply rooms.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
Daily/Weekly/Monthly Tasks will include, but are not limited to:
- Assist the Sedation Dentist/Oral Surgeon in rendering patient care
- Accurately takes medical histories
- Seats and prepares the patients for treatment
- Cleans operatory after treatment procedures
- Sets up for surgical procedures
- Be knowledgeable on emergency protocols
- Help doctor accurately maintain safe counts and patient logs
- Maintain Emergency Drug Box and Crash Cart
- Monitor patient vital signs and intravenous fluids during surgery and notify the surgeon about an issue as soon as it occurs.
- Prepare patients for treatment by talking them through the procedure and preparing for general anesthesia or IV sedation.
- Accurately monitors the patient during IV Sedation and records it on the anesthesia record
- Send out Preop, Postop and MD clearance letters.
- Accurately Maintain Biopsy reports and logs
- Accurately review post-operative instructions
- Monitors the operatory supply levels
- Sterilizes instruments
- Exposes radiographs and accurately take CT scans and intraoral pictures
- Takes preliminary impression for needed procedures
- Monitors prosthetic cases and ensures they are ready for the patient’s appointment
- Other duties as assigned
Skills and Attributes
- Exceptional planning and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Having the expertise to anticipate patients and Doctors needs
- Must be very punctual
- Computer literacy
Job Specifications:
- Dental Assistant Certification is required
- Current BLS certificate
- State of NC X-Ray Certification
- Valid Driver’s License
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 15-20lbs.
