Oral Surgery Dental Assistant Position Available In Catawba, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: Legacy Oral & Facial Surgery is currently seeking an Oral Surgery Dental Assistant to join their team in Hickory, NC. Responsibilities include assisting the oral surgeon in providing quality patient care, preparing treatment rooms, taking vital signs, and maintaining inventory. The ideal candidate should have DAI Certification, X-Ray Certification, CPR Certification, and 2+ years of chair side experience. This full-time position offers competitive pay ranging from $21.00 to $23.00 per hour, with benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and PTO. The schedule is Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., totaling 40 hours per week. The role requires a willingness to travel up to 50%.
Job Description
Oral Surgery Dental Assistant Legacy Oral & Facial Surgery 261 18th Street SE Circle, Hickory, NC 28602 •Please note that this position will require travel between our Morganton and Hickory offices• The primary responsibility is to assist the oral surgeon in providing quality patient care through using correct method of passing surgery instruments to always maximize patient and staff safety. Facilitates services including blood pressure, radiographs, charting all medical health histories, performing procedures in compliance with the oral surgery office.
Essential Duties:
Prepares treatment room for patient by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols Takes and records patient’s vital signs such as blood pressure and respiration rate Assists surgeon with general anesthesia and intravenous sedation procedures During treatment, the assistant transfers surgical instruments to oral surgeon and prepares surgical dressings Monitors intravenous fluids and vital signs during and after the surgery procedure. Takes dental radiographs, prepares prescriptions, maintains inventory of supplies in operatory Enters patients’ treatment in computer and prepares all consent forms regarding surgery and the use of anesthesia Gives patients post operative care instructions Schedules patients’ next visit appointment Maintains equipment and instruments by proper care, cleaning, and sterilization Adheres to office education and protocol Maintains patient confidentiality and conducts self in a professional manner Any other duties as assigned
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with OSHA infection control policies Helps oral surgeon manage medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency kit, oxygen and other emergency supplies Education /
Experience Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Special Requirements/Certifications/Licenses:
DAI Certification X-Ray Certification CPR Certification 2+ years of chair side experience, preferably in oral surgery, dental, and/or periodontics.
Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance 401(k) PTO and Holiday pay
Competitive Pay Schedule:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$21.00 – $23.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shift No weekends Willingness to travel: 50% (Required)
Work Location:
In person
