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.
Gretna, LA Job Details $22.25 - $24.00 an hour 21 hours ago Qualifications CPR Certification Customer communication BLS Certification Client rapport building Employee relationship building Patient safety Safety standard operating procedures Full Job Description The following position is for employment with: Oral Surgery Services 4420 Conlin St, Suite 203, Metairie, LA 70006 250 Ochsner Blvd #104, Gretna, LA 70056 POSITION PURPOSE Are you passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference in a surgical setting? Join our team as a Dental Surgical Assistant, where you'll assist the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, enhance patient satisfaction, and boost office efficiency. In this role, you'll provide outstanding pre-operative and post-operative care, ensuring the highest standards for our patients. A minimum of 2 years of relevant previous experience is required.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Surgical Support:
Assist the doctor during surgeries, seat patients, and take vitals. Maintain competency in anesthesia monitoring, and ensure all consent forms and treatment plans are accurately completed.
Patient Care Expert:
Provide clear and concise pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients. Obtain necessary medical clearances and maintain excellent patient care standards.
Compliance and Safety Adherence:
Adhere to OSHA and regulatory guidelines, ensuring radiation protection for all patients and producing radiographic images with proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning.
Record Keeping and Documentation:
Document and maintain accurate records/charting in compliance with established standards.
Equipment and Instrument Maintenance:
Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments, ensuring they are in good working condition for each procedure.
Interpersonal Relations:
Maintain good rapport and cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members. Approach conflicts constructively, identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
Confidentiality and Professionalism:
Maintain the confidentiality of patient, clinic, and hospital information, discussing sensitive information only among appropriate personnel in private settings.
Patient Experience Enhancement:
Provide an excellent patient experience, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction throughout their visit.
Adaptability and Flexibility:
Accept special projects and additional responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic work environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Safety Adherent:
Follow strict safety guidelines and procedures according to OSHA and office standards.
Policy Follower:
Adhere to all office policies diligently.
Interpersonal Dynamo:
Maintain a positive rapport with patients and team members through excellent interpersonal skills.
Clear Communicator:
Effectively communicate verbally with patients and staff in a clear and professional manner.
Detail-Oriented:
Work efficiently with a keen eye for detail.
Flexible Worker:
Adapt to changing job duties and work schedules as needed.
Active Listener:
Demonstrate active listening by fully engaging in conversations, understanding points being made, asking relevant questions, and avoiding inappropriate interruptions.
Certifications and Safety Requirements:
Basic CPR Certification required Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification preferred Hepatitis B Vaccination & Titer TB Vaccination & Titer Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
