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North Denver Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral Surgery 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.
$51,937 / year median in Colorado
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Oral Surgery Assistant North Denver Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Westminster, CO Job Details Part-time | Full-time $26 - $30 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Flexible schedule Retirement plan Qualifications Chairside assisting Interpersonal skills Patient assessment Problem-solving Patient interaction Full Job Description We are looking for an oral surgery assistant to join our well established oral surgery practice. You will apply oral surgery techniques and principles under the direction of an oral surgeon and you will deal with a diverse set of patients offering them care and encouragement. This a wonderful opportunity for a long term career in oral surgery. Be a part of an oral surgery team focused on providing the highest quality and compassionate care for patients. Responsibilities Assess patients' dental health and their demands and aim to fulfill them as well as possible Provide help during surgeries (surgical extractions, dental implants, bone grafts, biopsies, IV sedation, etc) Prepare patients for examinations and conduct routine procedures (measure blood pressure, pulse and temperature) Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patients Collaborate effectively with team members of various specializations Skills Proven work experience as an oral surgery assistant Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task Caring and compassionate Team player with good communication skills