Oral Surgery Assistant

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Oral Surgery Dental Assistant to join our fast-paced surgical team and help deliver exceptional patient care. Medical Assistants with strong clinical experience are encouraged to apply—we are happy to train the right candidate with transferable skills!

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support
  • Assist Oral Surgeons during procedures including:
    • Simple and surgical extractions
    • Wisdom teeth removal
    • Dental implant placement
    • Bone grafting and membrane procedures
  • Prepare and break down operatories for surgical cases
  • Maintain strict sterilization and infection control standards
  • Ensure all surgical instruments and supplies are properly prepared
• Patient Care
  • Prepare patients for surgery, including reviewing medical history and vital signs
  • Provide clear pre-operative and post-operative instructions
  • Monitor patients during procedures and recovery
  • Ensure a calm, supportive, and positive patient experience
• Radiography & Documentation
  • Take and process diagnostic images (PANO, CBCT if applicable)
  • Accurately chart procedures and update patient records
  • Ensure all required documentation is complete prior to surgery, including:
    • Treatment plans
    • Referrals
    • Imaging
    • Medical clearances (when needed)
• Compliance & Safety
  • Follow OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control guidelines
  • Maintain CPR/BLS certification
  • Ensure clean, safe, and fully prepared operatories

Requirements

• 1+ year of clinical experience in a dental or medical setting (Dental Assistants preferred, Medical Assistants strongly encouraged to apply)
• CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong understanding of infection control and patient care standards
• Familiarity with dental or medical software (e.g., Dentrix or similar systems)

Preferred Experience

• Oral surgery or surgical assisting experience
• Exposure to:
  • IV sedation monitoring
  • Implant procedures
  • Bone grafting cases
• Experience working with specialty referrals (oral surgery, perio, etc.)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment
• Excellent communication and patient care skills
• Team-oriented mindset with strong collaboration skills
• Quick thinking and proactive problem-solving abilities

Work Environment

• Fast-paced oral surgery specialty setting
• Active role requiring standing, movement, and hands-on surgical assistance
• Exposure to clinical and surgical environments daily

Pay

$18/HR - $21/HR. Pay will be determined based on your experience and will be discussed after the interview and full review process.