Beacon Oral Specialists is Hiring a Surgical Assistant Near Forest, CA
Oral Surgical Assistant
Are you looking for a company that you can call home and have opportunities to grow? Orange County Centers for Oral Surgery in Lake Forest is looking for an experienced Surgical Assistant to join our growing practice. We pride ourselves on guiding our staff in the right direction to not only learn but also get hands-on training to move forward within the company.
Your new career awaits you... We are looking for a diligent oral surgery assistant to support our oral surgeon before, during, and after each dental procedure. Your responsibilities will include taking X-rays, preparing surgical equipment, and tending to patients. You will also be required to monitor inventory levels and replenish our dental supplies, as needed. To be successful as an oral surgery assistant, you should be highly organized and attentive to patients' needs. An outstanding oral surgery assistant should have an excellent understanding of oral surgery procedures and exceptional hand-eye coordination. Surgical Assistant (Oral) Responsibilities:
Performing administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, charting and filing.
Preparing patient charts, recording treatment plans, and updating dental records.
Operating X-ray and 3D scanning equipment and developing radiographs for diagnostic purposes.
Preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments, materials, and equipment in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols.
Assisting the surgeon with all chairside procedures including operatory setup, anesthesia administration, and cleanup.
Preparing patients for surgery and monitoring vital signs during procedures.
Providing patients with information on oral health care, treatment plans, and postoperative outcomes.
Monitoring our stock of surgical supplies and medication and replenishing these, as needed.
Ensuring that instruments and equipment are effectively maintained.
Providing excellent patient care at all times.
Surgical Assistant (Oral) Requirements:
May have to travel with Oral Surgeon
Willingness to learn Front or Back-Office
Sound knowledge of how to use surgical equipment, instruments, and materials.
A good understanding of surgical techniques, chairside responsibilities, and health and safety protocols.
An excellent understanding of dental records, charts, and documentation.
Great organizational and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to provide excellent patient care, even under stressful circumstances.
Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude.
Job Type: Full-time Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Referral program
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8-hour shift
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
Experience:
3 years of Dental Experience required
Medical Assisting: preferred, not required
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification: preferred, not required
Special Requirements:
Physical requirements include prolonged sitting and lifting up to 20 lbs, Must be able to be stationary up to 50% of the time. This is not an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. Management may require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.