Oral Surgery Assistant - Full Time Dearfield Oral Surgery | Greenwich & Stamford, CT $25-$40/hour | Monday-Friday | No Weekends Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Dental Career? If you're a skilled dental assistant looking for more responsibility, advanced clinical experience, and an opportunity to grow, we'd love to meet you. Dearfield Oral Surgery is looking for a motivated, compassionate full-time Oral Surgery Assistant to join our team in Greenwich and Stamford. You'll work directly alongside an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and gain hands-on experience assisting with dental implants, bone grafting, wisdom teeth, surgical extractions, IV sedation, and other advanced procedures. Oral surgery experience is a major plus, but it is not required. If you're an excellent dental assistant with the right attitude, work ethic, and desire to learn, we are willing to train you. As an Oral Surgery Assistant, you will play an important role in both surgical procedures and the overall patient experience.
Responsibilities include:
Assisting with dental implants, bone grafting, surgical extractions, wisdom teeth removal, and other oral surgical procedures Preparing treatment rooms, surgical instruments, equipment, and materials Maintaining proper sterile technique and infection-control protocols Assisting with patients undergoing IV sedation and general anesthesia Monitoring and supporting patients before, during, and after surgical procedures Taking digital X-rays and CBCT imaging Providing patients and families with pre-operative and post-operative instructions Maintaining accurate clinical documentation Cleaning, sterilizing, and organizing instruments and surgical areas Helping maintain an efficient clinical flow throughout the day Working closely with the surgeon and other team members to provide an exceptional patient experience We are looking for someone who is: Dependable, responsible, and punctual Warm and compassionate with patients Comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical environment Detail-oriented and highly organized Able to anticipate what is needed and work effectively as part of a team Interested in learning and developing new clinical skills Comfortable with surgery and surgical procedures Able to travel between our Greenwich and Stamford offices No specific dental assisting certification is required. Compensation & Benefits $25-$40 per hour, based on experience and qualifications Benefits include: Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) 401(k) matching Paid time off Continuing education and opportunities for professional growth Schedule Full-time Monday through Friday Approximately 8:30 AM-5:00 PM In-person position Position includes both our Greenwich and Stamford locations Why Dearfield Oral Surgery? We believe exceptional patient care starts with an exceptional team. We provide a professional work environment where team members are respected, supported, and given the opportunity to develop their skills. If you are dependable, motivated, compassionate, and take pride in doing things well, we would like to meet you. Please apply through Indeed with your resume.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$25.00-$40.00 per hour Dearfield Oral Surgery is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance