Surgical Dental Assistant
What You'll Do
- Preparing the Treatment Room
- Ensuring the treatment room is clean, organized, and equipped with the necessary instruments and supplies
- Sterilizing and maintaining surgical instruments according to infection control guidelines
- Setting up equipment such as suction devices, dental chairs, X-ray machines, and surgical lights
- Aiding in Oral Surgery Procedures
- Preparing patients for Oral Surgery, explaining the procedure and addressing any concerns they may have
- Aiding Oral Surgeons during surgical procedures, anticipating their needs and providing the necessary instruments and materials
- Maintaining a sterile environment during surgery, following strict infection control protocols
- Monitoring patients' vital signs and comfort level during surgery, ensuring their well-being at all times
- Handling and disposing of surgical waste and hazardous materials in compliance with safety regulations
- Patient Support and Education
- Providing post-operative care instructions to patients, including oral hygiene practices, medication administration, and dietary restrictions
- Answering patients’ questions and concerns, offering reassurance and empathy throughout their treatment process
- Educating patients about oral health, prevention methods, and the importance of regular dental visits
- Maintaining accurate and detailed patient records, documenting treatment plans, procedures, and progress
- Administrative Duties
- Scheduling patient appointments and coordinating with other dental staff to ensure smooth patient flow
- Managing patient records, updating medical histories, and handling billing and insurance documentation
- Aiding with inventory management, ordering dental supplies, and maintaining equipment
- Performing any and all other duties as assigned
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- A valid X-ray license
- Previous experience as a dental assistant, particularly in Oral Surgery
- Experience in discharge
- Knowledge of oral surgery procedures, instruments, and materials
- Familiarity with infection control protocols and safety measures
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a compassionate and patient-centered approach
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in dental software and computer literacy
- Highly competitive salaries & annual performance and compensation reviews
- Competitive health insurance and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and more
- 401k retirement savings plan that includes employer match
- Generous Paid Time Off, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Opportunities for career growth with opportunities in the most extensive growing oral surgery practice in the Northeast
What You’ll Bring
Perks of the Job
About MAX Surgical Specialty Management
MAX Surgical Specialty Management is a surgeon-led management services organization developed with clinical and surgeon autonomy at its core. It supports surgeons across New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont and Connecticut, enabling practices to channel resources, skills and knowledge within the oral surgery specialty, leading industry advancements and delivering the highest standard of patient care. Surgeons have access to a curated network that allows them to collaborate with and work alongside a diverse pool of highly skilled peers who are leaders in their specialty. MAX safeguards surgeons’ independence while offering robust support systems, access to advanced technology and opportunities for financial growth.
MAX Surgical Specialty Management is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing fair employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We welcome diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. Our inclusive environment values and empowers every employee to contribute to our mission. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.