Surgical Assistant

Responsibilities

• Assist with dental and medical procedures and emergencies according to OSHA and office procedures.
• Maintain CPR certification and any current dental assistant certifications.
• Instruct patients in pre-op and post-op.
• Ensure all patients have reviewed and given appropriate consent prior to the doctor initiating surgical procedures.
• Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.
• Monitor patients for safety during and after administration of anesthetics, sedatives, and other medications administered in the office.
• Absorb and record treatment information in patient records.
• Instruct patients on post-operative and general oral health care as directed by the clinician.
• Take dental diagnostic X-rays and cone beam CT scans.
• Actively provide instruments and materials to the surgeon, as needed, during exams and procedures to help maintain patient comfort and the surgeon’s efficiency.
• Record treatment information in patient records.
• Polish custom healing abutments.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Take preliminary alginate and digital impressions and occlusal registrations.
• Create models (study casts) when indicated.
• Prepare for upcoming surgeries by putting together surgical trays and reviewing the details of each case.
• Other duties and tasks, as assigned periodically.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G. E. D. Certificate
• Surgical assistant experience preferred
• Radiology Certification required