Oral Surgery Assistant (Chesterfield)

Surgical Assistant

Growing multi-doctor oral surgery practice currently has an opening for a full-time surgical assistant. This position will be scheduled between two office locations on set days. Some traveling between our four office locations will be required. We value candidates with excellent communication and customer service skills. Applicants should have basic computer skills and a stable employment history.

Candidates with a minimum of two years of dental or oral surgery experience preferred. Dental X-ray Certification required. Some college or technical training preferred.

Resumes should include salary requirements as well as a cover letter detailing why you feel that you are a good fit for this position.

Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package included.

Job Summary:

Under Doctor supervision, prepares for and performs complex clinical duties following established procedures in the operatory and consult rooms. All surgical assistants must strive to present themselves as professionals while carrying out their duties and responsibilities. A surgical assistant’s image and presentation to patients are a reflection both on the doctors and on COFS. Through teamwork, surgical assistants keep the office flow moving in a smooth and efficient manner, while maintaining a positive, respectful, and caring attitude toward patients, doctors, and co-workers.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

All shall be performed according to OSHA, DEA, HIPAA, and COFS guidelines.

Prepare operatories, consult rooms and trays for all procedures,

Greet and seat patients

Verify and document patients’ medical and dental information in EHR

Prepare and recover surgical patients. Place monitors and take and record vital signs

Take digital x-rays and follow protocol for attaching to patient record in OMSVision

Assist Doctor with surgical procedures

Document exam findings, procedures performed, and drugs administered in EHR system

Assist doctors with osteotomy work-ups, including taking, pouring and trimming of models

Scrub, sterilize and package instruments

Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent (required)

Familiar with anatomy and medical and dental terminology as they pertain to oral surgery

Current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (preferred)

Radiation Safety certification (required)

Successful completion of DAANCE course and examination

Good verbal and written communication skills

Physical Requirements:

Ability to read and verbally communicate clearly in English

Ability to perform basic math in a fast paced environment

Ability to type 25 words per minute

Must possess manual dexterity for assisting and data entry

Capable of lifting at least 25 pounds

Must be able to support and assist sedated patients or disabled patients

Must have current Hepatitis B vaccination