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238 days ago
Surgical Dental Assistant Ohio Dental Implants & Oral SurgeryCleveland, OH 44111
We are an elite oral surgery practice that is committed to exceptional care for our patients and first-class service to our referring doctors. We are looking for a fun, hardworking, compassionate, team player to help us grow the practice and continue to serve our community with all of their oral surgery needs. Previous oral surgery experience is a plus but not required.
The role of the Surgical Assistant is critical in providing exceptional patient care resulting in the best clinical outcomes and meeting the needs of our patients.
Role and Responsibilities
The Surgical Assistant will help surgeons during surgery by performing duties such as tissue retraction, intravenous lines, and completing documentation.
Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to facilitate patient care.
Verifies the identity of patients and operative sites.
Discusses with surgeon the nature of the surgical procedure including operative consent and methods of operative exposure.
Monitors and maintains aseptic technique throughout procedures.
Maintains an unobstructed operative field using surgical retractors, sponges, and suctioning and irrigating equipment.
Determines availability of necessary equipment and supplies for operative procedures.
Obtains and inspects sterile and non-sterile surgical equipment, supplies and instruments.
Operates sterilization devices.
Monitors patient intraoperative status.
Obtains dental radiographs and dental imaging.
Completes patient clinical narratives.
Other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent required.
BLS certification required or the ability to complete within 1 month of hire.
At Least one year of related experience preferred.
DAANCE certification preferred.
Licensed dental assistant preferred.
Radiology certification preferred.
Skills and Abilities
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to work well in a team and individually.
Good Judgment and critical thinking skills.
Passion for keeping people safe.
Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job.
Excellent manual dexterity.
Superior listening skills with the ability to quickly comprehend instructions in emergency situations.
Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS
Medical (including Virtual Care), Dental, and Vision Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Uniforms/Scrubs provided
FINANCIAL WELL-BEING
Competitive pay, Bonus potential, and annual merit reviews
401(k) Plan w/Company Match
Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP health plans
LIFE INSURANCE
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Spouse and Child Life Insurance
TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Paid Vacation (Starting at 2 weeks) and 6 Annual Paid Holidays
Employer Sponsored Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability Plan
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238 days ago
Surgical Dental Assistant ConfidentialDallas, TX 75205
Surgical Dental Assistant for Oral Surgery (Dallas)
Premier high-tech Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Center in Dallas is looking for an experienced Surgical Assistant to join our outstanding team of professionals! The candidate should be a non-smoking individual with a great attitude and work ethic. Our location is in Uptown, just north of downtown Dallas. The candidate should be a Registered Dental Assistant with Oral Surgery experience. Candidate must be organized, detail oriented, self motivated, dependable, honest and an excellent communicator. Medical/Dental Billing/Collecting experience a plus. DAANCE certification is a big plus.
This remarkable job opportunity offers great benefits for permanent full time employees, including 100% coverage for excellent group health insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, paid holidays, overtime, paid parking, uniform allowance, continuing education and others.
Duties Include:
Seating and examining patients
Taking medical and dental history and vital signs
Performing diagnostic imaging, facial and intraoral photography, CBCT and x-rays
Assisting and circulating during surgery
Assisting with general anesthesia and IV sedation
Monitoring recovery room patients
Cleaning, maintaining and sterilizing instruments
Taking digital intraoral scans and bite registration
Room turnover and infection control
Sterilizer monitoring
OSHA and HIPAA compliance
Weekly and monthly checklists
Cleaning OR and Lab
Inventory, ordering and receiving of supplies and fulfilled orders
Participating in social media marketing activities
Surgical Assistants may also be asked to assist with the following administrative
tasks:
Answering multiline telephones and scheduling appointments
Coordination of treatment among multiple doctors
Insurance verification and pre-determination
Scheduling procedures
Creating treatment plans
Discussing financial arrangements with patients
Data entry
Posting charges
Posting payments and adjustments
Patient statements
Filing
Hours are M-F 8-5.
Please e-mail resume to info@texasoms.com.
Respond to this ad and join a great team. We look forward to hearing from you!
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239 days ago
Surgical Dental Assistant DCOMSPlano, TX 75093
Seeking Surgical Assistant for Oral Surgery Practice
Providing exceptional patient care is the top priority for our busy oral surgery practice. We are seeking a personable, enthusiastic, and professional surgical assistant/RDA to join our dynamic team and help us continue to offer the best experience for each of our patients, families and referring offices.
Position Details:
• Full time Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5:00pm and Friday 7:30am-2:30pm
• $17.00-$20.00 hourly wage depending on surgical experience and qualifications
Benefits offered:
Full medical, vision and dental insurance, life insurance, 401k (with employer matched contributions), PTO, paid holidays, and bonus program.
Experience:
• RDA certification and 2 years hands-on RDA experience
• Dental implant knowledge is a plus
• Experience in a surgical environment preferred
Duties include:
• Consultations: taking x-rays & vitals, entering treatment plans, consent forms, fill out EMR (H&P, plan), taking records for X-Nav (trios scan and X-clip), answering questions.
• Surgery: room set up for all surgeries/turning room over, review of consents/procedure, accurately filling out Op Report/EMR, placing patients on monitors, starting IVs, proper scrub technique, assisting in different surgical procedures, circulating, recovery of patient, post-op instructions with review of prescriptions
To apply please send full resume, RDA certification # and hourly wage requirements
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241 days ago
Surgical Dental Assistant Facial and Oral Surgery AssocFort Worth, TX 76104
Oral surgery practice is seeking a surgical assistant for the Arlington and Weatherford locations. RDA required. Job duties to include but not limited to : taking necessary radiographs , impressions, vital signs and assisting the surgeon with various surgical procedures. Office hours are Monday -Thursday 7a.m. to 4p.m. and Fridays 7a.m. to 12 p.m.
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239 days ago
Surgical Dental Assistant JF Lopez DDS, MD, RPh, PAHouston, TX 77056
Oral Surgery Dental Assistant
Oral surgery assistant needed for prestigious St. James-Galleria area practice. MUST have current RDA and CPR Certifications.
•Arrive prior to the first scheduled patient to prepare for the day and be a part of the morning huddle according to the office schedule.
•Actively attend to the patient’s individual concerns within the scope of the Oral Surgery Assistants license, and promoting the good qualities of your specialist.
•Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, HIPPA, Dental Board policies and practices).
•Ensure appropriate clinical supplies and that equipment is well maintained, while simultaneously remaining fiscally responsible.
•Maintain a clean, sterile and cheerful environment where our patients feel comfortable; prepare them for treatment and assist the doctor - thereby enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment.
•Review patient’s health history and/or records.
•Work with the front office and back office teams to ensure the doctor’s schedule runs smoothly and efficiently.
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245 days ago
Surgical Dental Assistant Central Florida Oral SurgeryThe Villages, FL 32162
We are an elite oral surgery practice that is committed to exceptional care for our patients and first-class service to our referring doctors. We are looking for a fun, hardworking, compassionate, team player to help us grow the practice and continue to serve our community with all of their oral surgery needs. Previous oral surgery experience is a plus but not required.
The role of the Surgical Assistant is critical in providing exceptional patient care resulting in the best clinical outcomes and meeting the needs of our patients.
Role and Responsibilities
The Surgical Assistant will help surgeons during surgery by performing duties such as tissue retraction, intravenous lines, and completing documentation.
Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to facilitate patient care.
Verifies the identity of patients and operative sites.
Discusses with surgeon the nature of the surgical procedure including operative consent and methods of operative exposure.
Monitors and maintains aseptic technique throughout procedures.
Maintains an unobstructed operative field using surgical retractors, sponges, and suctioning and irrigating equipment.
Determines availability of necessary equipment and supplies for operative procedures.
Obtains and inspects sterile and non-sterile surgical equipment, supplies and instruments.
Operates sterilization devices.
Monitors patient intraoperative status.
Obtains dental radiographs and dental imaging.
Completes patient clinical narratives.
Other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent required.
BLS certification required or the ability to complete within 1 month of hire.
At Least one year of related experience preferred.
DAANCE certification preferred.
Licensed dental assistant preferred.
Radiology certification preferred.
Skills and Abilities
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to work well in a team and individually.
Good Judgment and critical thinking skills.
Passion for keeping people safe.
Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job.
Excellent manual dexterity.
Superior listening skills with the ability to quickly comprehend instructions in emergency situations.
Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS
Medical (including Virtual Care), Dental, and Vision Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Uniforms/Scrubs provided
FINANCIAL WELL-BEING
Competitive pay, Bonus potential, and annual merit reviews
401(k) Plan w/Company Match
Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP health plans
LIFE INSURANCE
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Spouse and Child Life Insurance
TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Paid Vacation (Starting at 2 weeks) and 6 Annual Paid Holidays
Long and Short Term Disability Plans
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245 days ago
Surgical Dental Assistant Texas Institute of OFIS/Texas Institute of OFISMidlothian, TX 76065
Seeking an outstanding surgical assistant! We are a busy growing oral surgery practice looking for a mature, responsible and very dependable registered dental assistant (RDA) with surgical experience (preferred but not required). The ideal candidate MUST be a self starter, independent thinker, great communicator and a quick learner. Duties may include but not limited to: coordinating/ assisting surgical procedures, instrument sterilization, postop checkups, imaging, scheduling of patient appointments and assisting with all office responsibilities. The ideal candidate MUST be a team player and be willing to further their career in the dental field. Additionally, must be very friendly, outgoing and personable with all patients and make them feel welcome, something we very much pride our office in.
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246 days ago
Surgical Dental Assistant Dr. C. Michael LockeTullahoma, TN 37388
Full Time Position
We are looking for a Registered Dental Assistant to join our team!
*Job Duties*
Prepare surgical packs, clean and stock rooms prior to and after surgical procedure.
Seat patients, answer questions, and prepare patient for procedure.
Take and develop necessary x-rays or CT scan.
Assist the doctor during surgical procedure. Anticipate needs and insure proper flow, body position, and document procedure as needed.
Assess patient readiness for discharge and assist patient with discharge process.
Sterilize instruments, dispose of trash and hazardous waste in prescribed manner.
Clean and maintain treatment rooms and office.
Other duties as assigned
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246 days ago
Surgical Dental Assistant Cherry Log Oral SurgeryCherry Log, GA 30522
Position Surgical Assistant (SA)
Level 1- Entry Level; Level 2- Qualified, Level 3- Fully Qualified, Level 4- Certified
Wage Starts at $19.12/hr, based on training, experience in dentistry and oral surgery
8 hours per day, 4 days per week; up to 40 hours/week on FLEX SCHEDULE
Leave: 1 day (8 hours) for every 192 hours worked, estimated 8 days/year.
Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
Overtime Pay: after 40 hours/week
After Hours/On Call Pay: Before 8AM or after 5PM Monday-Friday
Availability April 2, 2024
Minimum 32 hours/week over 4 days; Maximum 40 hours/week over 5 days, Monday through Friday.
Employee will be assigned hours in the Company scheduling app. Flex hours can be elected by the employee at Level 2 or higher, based on their desire to work additional
hours.
Purpose
Assist oral surgeon in providing oral surgery dental treatment, care and education to patients. Must possess knowledge and skill of clinical procedures, processes and dental administrative functions.
Tasks and Responsibilities
• Welcome and escort patient from reception area and to and from the treatment areas.
• Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patient.
• Recognize signs of a dental emergency, and insure proper and timely response and notification to patient, staff, and emergency medical personnel when necessary.
• Expose dental diagnostic radiologic studies
• Monitor patients while oral surgeon administers deep sedation or general anesthesia.
• Assist oral surgeon with oral surgery treatment in accordance with the delegable duties allowable by law.
• Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by surgeon.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist oral surgeon during surgical procedures.
• Learn and comply with state and Federal OSHA laws, infection control, safety standards in the dental office and operatory, including but not limited to: wearing personal protective (PPE) barriers such as gloves, scrubs, and eye wear; disinfecting and sterilizing instruments and treatment areas; and disposing properly of contaminated or bio-hazardous waste/materials.
• Learn and comply with CLOSE’s administrative procedures.
• Ensure review and completion of documentation, including but not limited to: accurate and current medical history, medical alerts, and signed consent forms.
• Document/chart all dental procedures performed during each patient visit according to oral surgeon’s instructions and legal requirements.
• Effectively provide dental education and information to insure patient awareness of dental health and continuing treatment.
• Effectively present to patient the dental treatment plan and proposed plan for continuing treatments in professional and confidential manner.
• Communicate with the patient all treatment to be rendered and financial obligation prior to starting procedure to avoid patient conflict. Understand insurance benefits and financial options to patients in non-clinical terms.
• Ensure treatment rooms are appropriately equipped and stocked with inventory and re-order when necessary.
• Notify surgeon of equipment trouble/need for a repair ticket or general safety concerns.
• Understand and agree to maintain patient care standards.
• Effectively utilize and maintain system of contact for patient follow-up/re-care.
• Maintain professional working environment within office team.
• Attend and participate in morning huddles, chart reviews, and regular office meetings.
• Adhere to OSHA compliant uniform attire and basic personal hygiene standards per Company policy.
• Attend continuing education and training seminars as scheduled.
• Understand and abide by HIPAA regulations and maintain confidentiality.
• Follow policies listed in the employee manual to ensure consistent standards.
• Assist in the office cleaning, trash disposal.
Education and Experience
• general education degree or high school diploma
• minimum 2 years of direct patient care preferred, however applicants with less than 2 years experience may be considered
• knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and diagnosis
• knowledge of computer and relevant software applications
• familiarity of general administrative and clerical procedures
• ability to learn and utilize DSN OMS Exec software
• current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Key Competencies
• communication skills
• information collection and management
• planning and organizing
• assisting knowledge and technical skill
• accuracy
• customer service skills
• teamwork
• initiative
• adaptability
• confidentiality
Advanced Standing
Preference and advanced standing may be given for:
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
• Assistants with certificate from an accredited Dental Assisting program
• Assistants with current AAOMS DAANCE certification (+$1/hr)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (+$1/hr each certification)
• Current EMT-B, EMT-I, EMT-P certification (varies by level)
• Current Licensed L.P.N., R.N. (+$5/hr)
• Fluency in Spanish (+$2/hr)
Date of Posting 03/21/2024
Apply to: To apply, send resume to CLOSE Hiring Manager CLOSEcareers@gmail.com (please do not call the office directly)
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247 days ago
Surgical Dental Assistant Dominick C Adornato III DDSMacedonia, OH 44056
Seeking a hard working individual to join a busy oral surgery practice Benifits and retirement plan offered Full time oral surgery assistant position
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248 days ago
Surgical Dental Assistant South Tampa Oral SurgeryTampa, FL 33629
South Tampa Oral Surgery is hiring an energetic, experienced surgical assistant. Common procedures include third molar removal, placement of dental implants, all associated bone grafting related to implants, alveloplasty and fracture repair. Experience in assisting with general anesthesia desired. Compensation is based on experience and the position is open for immediate employment. Hours are Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 8am-noon.
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249 days ago
Surgical Dental Assistant Texas Oral Surgery GroupPlano, TX 75075
Mission:
The primary role of the Surgical Assistant is to assist the Oral Surgeons with clinical procedures including assisting with surgery and all pre- and post-op procedures plus contributing to a "white gloves" treatment of our patients.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare patients for consultations
Keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual needs and concerns
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; clean each operatory in accordance with the state applicable infection control guidelines
Complete radiographs and CT scans of patients in an efficient and timely manner
Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, replenishing as needed to provide efficient patient care
Instruct patients on pre/postoperative care as directed by the oral surgeon
Record patient charting and all the surgeon’s notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the dentist
Maintain strict compliance with applicable regulations, (e.g. OSHA, HIPAA requirements and best practices)
Oversee sedation processes, IV supplies, histories, post-op, as needed
Assist in recording drugs/vitals before and after surgery
Escort/wheel sedated patients out after surgery
Assisting the front office staff if/when necessary
Assist with tracking implant supplies
Requirements of the position:
RDA certification (preferred)
Experience in working in dental and/or oral surgery
Willingness to travel to other offices if/when needed
Great customer service skills
Essential Job Skills:
Effective written, verbal and electronic communication
Ability to gain trust and respect of the doctors, practice managers, teams, and peers
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
Ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Computer proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Practices shared accountability with other functional areas of the business
Working Conditions:
Clinical setting working closely with doctors during surgeries, using the required surgical equipment for various oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures. Some work in an office setting using a computer, telephone system, and standard office equipment; work hours are expected during company operating hours (hours per week vary according to office needs at the time of an opening)
Texas Oral Surgery Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
OUR CORE VALUES
Teamwork: We are one community; partners with a shared vision of success. We are more powerful together than alone.
Integrity: We communicate honestly, transparently, and authentically. We take responsibility for our actions, building our reputation by doing what is right.
Growth-Minded: We seek to constantly adapt and improve. We provide pathways for personal and professional fulfillment.
Excellence: We are a performance-driven organization, with a passion for excellence in service and outcomes. We are committed to being the best version of ourselves each day.
Respect: We actively listen and seek to understand. We are welcoming to all; treating others with dignity, compassion, and kindness.
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253 days ago
Surgical Dental Assistant Implants & Oral SurgeryFort Worth, TX 76132
We are looking for a master multi-tasker with excellent communication skills and an upbeat attitude. Candidates should be able to assist management, surgeons, and patients by handling office tasks, providing polite and professional assistance via phone, mail, and email, making scheduling arrangements, and generally being a helpful and positive presence in the workplace. The preferred candidate would possess an RDA license and would also be an important part of the surgical team, assisting in major and minor surgeries at our state of the art facility. Successful candidates should be professional, polite, and attentive while also being accurate. They should always be prepared and responsive, willing to meet each challenge directly. Most importantly, they should have a genuine desire to meet the needs of others. This position will be for both FT WORTH and GRANBURY locations. Also be aware this position is a dual position for both front and back with a RDA license, which is mandatory.
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