Oral Surgical Assistant

Our company has been a prominent provider specializing in oral and maxillofacial surgery throughout the state of West Virginia for over 25 years with recent expansion into the Kentucky and Virginia regions. Our mission is to provide an excellent and optimal patient experience in our state-of-the-art facilities. Our skilled surgeons utilize advanced oral and facial surgical techniques to deliver exceptional care. As an employer, we are focused on always striving to create a best-in-class experience for the entirety of our employees’ career from application to retirement. We seek team-oriented individuals with a desire to grow and develop within our progressing organization.

Not only do we offer competitive wages, but we also offer a significant benefits package which includes low premium deduction medical/dental/vision insurance options, employer F.S.A./H.S.A. contributions, 401k with match, PTO, paid holidays, personal time, seasonal bonuses, company and partner discounts, employer-covered basic life insurance, voluntary benefits, wellness program, employee assistance program, and a weekday/daytime only schedule with short Fridays!

Job Title: Dental Surgical Assistant
Reports to: Team Leader
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Position Summary: To provide surgical support to doctors and excellent patient care.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures current patient records
• Assists doctors with exams
• Performs X-rays on patients, as needed
• Reviews medical history with patients
• Ensures proper consent forms are signed by patient and/or guardian
• Prepare patient prescriptions accurately
• Performs blood pressure checks, EKG monitoring, Pulse Oximeter monitoring
• Records accurate anesthesia record charting
• Records accurate vital signs
• Maintain clear airways on sedated patients; performs suction on sedated patients
• Performs post-op patient monitoring, including staying with patient until caretaker arrives
• Assist with cleaning and preparing surgical rooms
• Provides support for ongoing surgeries
• Maintains upmost confidentiality
• Any duties required to maintain patient flow and any other extra duties office clinical manager assigns

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must be detail-oriented
• Must maintain professionalism at all time
• Must maintain training/ continuing education requirements
• Ability to function in fast paced and/ or stressful work environment
• Must adhere to company policies and procedures and safety guidelines

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Certificate in dental assisting and/ or surgical assisting preferred
• DAANCE, N2O and CPR certification preferred
• Valid Driver's License

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged standing and walking
• Frequent bending and twisting
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Can physically assist patients including lifting, pulling, holding
• Ability to retain firm grip on instruments for extended periods of time up to 1 hour
• Dexterity to grab, hold, adjust, tap, feel, and pick up instruments frequently

Pay: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Food provided
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Travel reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Charleston, WV 25304 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Charleston, WV 25304: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person