Surgical Assistant

Specializing in periodontics and implants since 1984 our practice hosts a staff of caring professionals dedicated to restoring your smile and enhancing your overall health. Once you enter our office our teams goal is to make our patients as comfortable as possible and provide them with all the knowledge needed to make the best decision.

Our doctor is routinely participating in study groups attending seminars and keeping up-to-date with the latest advances of technology in dentistry to give our patients the best care they can possibly receive.

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Dental Assistants are an integral member of our team and help foster our clinically led culture. From being the doctors right hand to having the ability to connect with patients and striving to provide the best patient experience Dental Assistants are a key contributor to the success of our practice.

By joining our team you will have :

Work-Life Balance : (Monday 6 : 15am-3pm Tuesday-Thursday 6 : 15am-4pm Friday 6 : 15am-1 : 00pm)

Time Off : Up to 3 weeks PTO 8 Paid Holidays (PTO rolls over!)

Parental Leave : Up to 3 weeks paid

401(k) Match

Health Benefits : Medical dental vision HSA & FSA earn up to $2000 / year when selecting our quality care plans

Employee Assistance Programs : Free 24 / 7 support for personal financial & legal issues

CE & Growth : SPEAR access continuing education

Wellness Perks : $28 / month gyms 12K on-demand workouts when selecting our quality care plans

Pet Insurance : Flexible plans 24 / 7 telehealth for your pet

Compensation :  $25.00 - $38.00 per hour based on experience

Key Responsibilities

Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures while helping patients feel comfortable

Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment

Take dental radiographs (x-rays)

Manage infection control by preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment

Provide patients with follow-up instructions following all dental treatment procedures

Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health

Qualifications

Dental Assistant Certificate where state regulations specify

X-ray certification where state regulations specify

Additional Information :

We provideequal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

This is a clinical working environment where potential exposure to hazardous waste and blood-borne pathogens is possible. Requires prolonged periods of standing sitting leaning and bending up to 8 hours a day. Will be required to carry transport and use tools and equipment. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Aseptic Technique,Hospital Experience,Acute Care,Anatomy Knowledge,Basic Life Support,Computer Skills,Physiology Knowledge,Military Experience,Suturing,Medical Terminology,Sterile Processing

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1