Surgical Assistant

The role

A Surgical Assistant will provide patient service and assist the dentist with clinical and administrative tasks. The role involves preparing surgical areas, assisting during procedures, and ensuring patient comfort.

What you will do

• Prepare the surgical area, instruments, and equipment before each procedure.
• Assist the surgeon during procedures by anticipating needs.
• Assist with implant placement, IV sedation cases, and radiographs.
• Keep surgical areas and instruments clean and sterilized.
• Monitor and record patient vitals and ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Prepare and provide post-operative instructions and materials to patients.
• Help maintain inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and Infection control protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the surgeon or office manager.

Required qualifications

• At least 3+ years of experience as a surgical assistant with dental assisting experience
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• A strong attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• A high school diploma
• A certificate from an accredited surgical assistant program (if required by law)
• An active state radiology license (if required by law)
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time

Nice to have

• oral surgery experience strongly preferred

Benefits

• BCBS Medical & Dental insurance Options
• VSP Vision Coverage
• Complimentary Life Insurance Policy (employee only)
• Short-term & Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) plan w/match options
• HSA / FSA Account Access
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Package
• Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage
• Paid Time Off

About the company

Randolph Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - Hackettstown is a fast-paced oral surgery practice. Specialty1 Partners provides human resources and payroll support for the practice.