What are the responsibilities and job description for the Oral Surgery Assistant position at Oral Surgery Office?
Oral Surgery Assistant
Location: Columbus, Lewis Center
Pay and Benefits:
Full time position, 32-40 hours/week
$20-$30 per hour, based on experience
Paid time off and holidays.
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
Uniforms.
Position Overview: An oral surgery assistant works under the supervision of an oral
surgeon to prepare patients, prepare equipment, provide patient instructions, review
patient records, take and develop images and prepare and sterilize equipment.
About Us: We provide exceptional oral surgical care to our patients in a genuinely
welcoming and compassionate environment. With a focus on excellence, innovation,
and patient-centered care, we are the area leader in advanced dental surgical
procedures. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond clinical care to
encompass every aspect of the patient's experience. From the moment patients walk
through our doors, they are greeted with warmth and professionalism by our caring
staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare patients: they explain procedures and answer patient questions, assist
the surgeon during procedures, which may include suctioning or suturing wounds
Prepare equipment: Prepare and sterilize equipment needed for procedures
Provide instructions: Provide patients with instructions for oral healthcare
procedures
Review patient records: Review patient health histories and document
medications and medical conditions
Take and develop images: Take and develop X-rays, photos, and CBCTs, and
upload them to patient charts
They also prepare and sterilize equipment
Qualifications and Skills
Preferred: at least 1 year of Oral Maxillofacial / dental implant surgery assisting
(OMSA or DAANCE certificate)
Surgical Technologist Certificate (a plus)
Dental X-ray / radiology license
Strong vocabulary and communication skills
High school graduate and above level of education
A knowledge of medical and dental terminology.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30