Oral Surgery Assistant
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Grove Dental Associates
Wheaton, IL, US
Summary
Provide clinical chair-side assistance to surgeons during procedures, including charting, operatory setup, and monitoring patient vitals. Maintain a clean and sterile environment while providing post-operative instructions and patient education.
Job Description
Overview
Travel Oral Surgery Assistant
Location: Grove Dental - Wheaton, IL
Job Type: Part-Time
Pay: $23.00-$30.00/hour based on experience
About UsAt our practice, patient care comes first—every visit, every time. Guided by empathy, we are dedicated to transforming the dental experience for our patients. Partnering with North American Dental Group, we are empowered with the resources needed to deliver best-in-class care.
Why Join Our Team?We pride ourselves on combining individuality, expertise, and teamwork to provide exceptional group dentistry. If you’re passionate about improving oral health and creating satisfied patients, we invite you to join us in redefining the culture of dentistry.
Your Work Schedule
Thursday 7:45am-6:00pm
Key Responsibilities
- Provide assistance to surgeons during procedures including preparation and documentation
- Provides excellent chair-side clinical support and assistance to Doctors which includes but not limited to: charting and operatory set-up and clean-up
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment possessing excellent interpersonal skills such as establishing positive relationships with our team and patients
- Ability to communicate professionally both orally and in writing with a service-oriented approach
- Take dental radiographs/x-rays as well as cone beam 3D scans
- Motivated to learn more and provide the best patient care at all times
- Maintain a caring and friendly environment that emphasizes patient care
- Assist with Sedation Processes -prepare patients for treatment by talking them through the procedure
- Monitor Patient Vital Statistics -monitor patient vital statistics and intravenous fluids during surgery and notify the surgeon about an issue as soon as it occurs.
- Sterilize Equipment- Keeping the surgery area clean and tidy is a key aspect of an oral surgery assistant’s role, so it’s important that all equipment is sterilized before and after use and that all preparation areas are thoroughly cleaned to meet health and safety regulations
- Provide Post-Operation Advice- After surgery, oral surgery assistants provide patients with follow-up instructions and postoperative care tips
- Ability to take impressions and pour up plaster diagnostics models
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- Dental Assisting Certification or prior on-the-job training.
- 3-5 years of experience preferred
- Radiography/X-Ray certification (state-specific).
- Current CPR certification.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
- A commitment to delivering exceptional service and patient education.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Comprehensive Benefits: Including 401(k).
- Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO that grows with your career.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for continuing education and development.
- Exciting Work Environment: A supportive atmosphere that celebrates individuality and teamwork, allowing you to thrive.
Equal Opportunity EmployerWe embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Ready to Join Us?Apply today and be part of a team that’s revolutionizing dental care!
North American Dental Group-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. The practices receive non-clinical business support services from North American Dental Group, a dental support organization.
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