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Surgical Assistant – Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Advanced Surgical Associates | Concord, MA
✨ NEW LOCATION OPENING APRIL 14, 2026! ✨
advancedsurgicalassoc.com
📍 In-office | Full-time | Monday–Friday
📍 50 Beharrell Street, Suite C, Concord, MA 01742
We’re counting down to the opening of our brand-new, state-of-the-art Advanced Surgical Associates location in Concord — and we’re looking for a skilled, energetic, and patient-focused Surgical Assistant to help launch this practice with confidence and clinical excellence.
As an elite oral surgery practice, we pride ourselves on exceptional patient care, precision-driven surgery, and concierge-level service for both patients and referring providers. If you thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment, love being part of a high-performing clinical team, and take pride in delivering calm, compassionate care — this is an exciting opportunity to join us from day one.
Previous oral surgery experience is highly valued, but we also welcome motivated assistants with strong fundamentals and the right mindset.
⭐ What You’ll Do (Role & Responsibilities)
As a Surgical Assistant, you’ll play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient, and patient-centered surgical care. You will:
- Assist Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons during in-office surgical procedures
- Prepare and maintain sterile surgical suites and instruments
- Anticipate provider needs and support efficient surgical flow
- Take and process diagnostic radiographs and clinical photos
- Monitor patients during pre-op and post-op phases
- Accurately document patient care and procedures
- Provide calm, compassionate chairside support and patient education
- Follow OSHA, infection control, and HIPAA standards
- Support the clinical team with additional duties as needed
🎓 Education, Certification & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Registered Dental Assistant with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry (required)
- Dental Radiology Certification (required)
- Current BLS/CPR certification required (or willingness to obtain immediately upon hire)
💡 Skills & Abilities
- Strong clinical skills and attention to detail
- Comfort working in a fast-paced surgical setting
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Professional, calm demeanor with patients
- Commitment to safety, precision, and exceptional patient care
💙 What We Offer (Condensed)
- Competitive pay, performance bonuses, and annual merit reviews
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off, Sick Time, Paid Holidays & Paid Parental Leave
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Scrubs/Uniforms provided
- Supportive leadership and growth-focused clinical environment
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status.
Compensation details: 28-32 Hourly Wage