Certified Dental Surgical Assistant

The role

The Certified Surgical Assistant delivers clinical care in support of oral and maxillofacial surgeons. This role involves assisting during surgical procedures, maintaining sterile techniques, and managing surgical workflows.

What you will do

• Provide patient care and service during interactions.
• Communicate with patients and families professionally.
• Prepare patients for surgical procedures and review medical histories.
• Assist oral surgeons during surgical procedures and maintain sterile technique.
• Monitor and record patient vital signs during surgery.
• Provide postoperative care and patient education.
• Set up, maintain, and break down surgical operatories.
• Sterilize, organize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient encounters and surgical procedures.
• Support sedation and anesthesia workflows.

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) credential or equivalent surgical assisting certification
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Nice to have

• relevant college coursework
• ACLS or DAANCE certification
• Previous experience in oral surgery or dental surgical assisting

About the company

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Associates is a practice where the Certified Surgical Assistant supports oral and maxillofacial surgeons.