Surgical Dental Assistant

About the role

Join Capital District Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (CDOMS) as a Dental Surgical Assistant and work side-by-side with board-certified oral surgeons in a high-functioning clinical team. CDOMS is known for innovation, clinical excellence, and life-changing results, serving the Greater Albany region for over 40 years as the trusted surgical partner for patients, referring dentists, and physicians.

Why join CDOMS?

• High-performance environment with a seasoned surgical team (3 assistants per pod and dedicated nurses)
• Assist in bread-and-butter oral surgery: implants, wisdom teeth, IV sedation, and consultations
• Spacious, fully equipped operatories with 3D imaging, CBCT, and digital charting
• On-the-job training, mentorship, and continuing education (CE) opportunities
• Work across two state-of-the-art locations: Albany (10 operatories) and Latham (5 operatories)
• Strong referral base and high patient volume for hands-on experience

Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical rooms, instruments, and patient charts in advance of procedures
• Assist chairside during oral surgery procedures including sedation, extractions, and implant placements
• Monitor and update patient vitals, comfort, and post-op recovery instructions
• Sterilize and maintain instruments following strict surgical protocols
• Coordinate inventory of surgical supplies and track implant materials
• Support the surgeon and anesthesia team with setup and procedural assistance
• Provide detailed pre- and post-operative instructions to patients and caregivers
• Maintain electronic records, chart treatment notes, and assist with digital imaging

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Completion of a CODA-accredited dental assistant program (preferred)
• Oral Surgery Assistant Certification (preferred)
• DANB, ICE, RHS certifications (state-dependent)
• Valid CPR/BLS certification
• Minimum of 1 year of chairside dental assisting experience (required; oral surgery preferred)
• Excellent communication skills and calm presence in surgical environments
• Team-oriented mindset with high attention to detail

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $18–23/hour, depending on experience and certification
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life insurance, disability
• Paid time off: 3 weeks PTO + 8 paid holidays
• 1-hour daily lunch break (1–2pm daily)

Schedule

• 4 days in Albany, 1 day in Latham
• Monday–Thursday: 8am–4pm
• Friday: 8am–2pm

Locations

• Albany Office: 7 Southwoods Blvd, Suite 1, Albany, NY 12211
• Latham Office: 11 Century Hill Drive, Suite 200, Latham, NY 12110

About CDOMS

Capital District Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons is a premier surgical practice serving the Albany and Latham communities. The practice blends modern surgical technologies with a compassionate approach to care, offering treatments from routine surgical extractions to complex hospital-based procedures. Surgeons maintain privileges at local hospitals, including St. Peter’s, and are committed to ongoing education and advancement in oral and maxillofacial techniques. CDOMS holds a 4.9-star rating from over 130 reviews and is a regional leader in specialty surgical care.

Interview Process

• 1 phone interview
• 1 in-person interview with clinical tour