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Dental Implants GPS

Dental / Surgical Assistant

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What they do

A Surgical Assistant assists in operations, under the supervision of surgeons. May, in accordance with state laws, help surgeons to make incisions and close surgical sites, manipulate or remove tissues, implant surgical devices or drains, suction the surgical site, place catheters, clamp or cauterize vessels or tissue, and apply dressings to surgical site.

$57,167 / year median in California

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

Dental / Surgical Assistant Dental Implants GPS Riverside, CA Job Details Full-time $24 - $29 an hour 18 hours ago Qualifications Diagnostic imaging equipment Digital imaging Image acquisition for patient care Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Medical scheduling High school diploma or GED Dental terminology Dental equipment Four handed dentistry Operating medical imaging equipment Surface decontamination Surgical instrument sterilization and handling
Full Job Description Job Title:
Dental/Surgical Assistant Salary Range:
$24-$29 per hour (Non-exempt)
Department:
Clinical Reports to:
Practice Manager Job Summary:
The Dental/Surgical Assistant plays a crucial role in assisting our prosthodontists and surgeons on clinical operations, prosthetics, surgery, and digital scanning to provide state-of-the-art dental implant solutions to our patients.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Assist the dentist during a variety of surgical and restorative procedures. Sterilize dental instruments, prepare equipment, and treatment rooms for each patient following OSHA and infection control guidelines. Take and process accurate impressions/digital impressions and digital X-rays, ensuring high-quality images for diagnostic purposes. Welcome patients, inquire about medical history, document treatment, and maintain up-to-date patient records (e.g, treatment charts, medical histories, consent forms). Deliver pre/post operative care instructions and follow-up care with clarity and compassion. Stay updated with industry best practices, infection control protocols, and regulatory guidelines. Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent; Certification or diploma from an accredited dental assisting program Proficient in all back-office dental duties including four-handed dentistry, taking and processing digital X-rays, infection control, disinfection, and sterilization procedures. Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and terminology. Familiarity with dental software and appointment scheduling systems (Open Dental experience is a plus). Ability to travel between offices as needed. Bilingual (English/Spanish a plus)
Preferred Qualifications:
Direct oral surgery assisting experience in a surgeon-led practice. Experience in administering general anesthesia and/or oral conscious sedation, with a strong understanding of sedation protocols and patient monitoring. Understanding of All-on-4 and implant treatment. PI285940006