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Quevedo Endodontics & Implantology
Surgical Dental 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.
$53,648 / year median in New York
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Surgical Dental Assistant Quevedo Endodontics & Implantology Rochester, NY Job Details Full-time $22 - $30 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Continuing education credits Paid holidays Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Uniform allowance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Qualifications Patient comfort Diagnostic imaging equipment CPR Certification Digital imaging OSHA Preparing dental treatment areas Surgical instrument organization Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) BLS Certification Root canal therapy Oral surgery assistance experience Patient safety measures implementation Mid-level Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Working with individuals in post-surgery recovery Preparing medical treatment area Digitization Disinfection procedures Operating room inventory management Registered Dental Assistant Intraoral scanners Organizational skills Dental equipment Digital dental impression taking Sterile processing inventory management Operating medical imaging equipment Dental Assisting Medical post-procedure instructions Patient education Oral surgery Full Job Description Join our team and play a vital role in delivering exceptional specialty dental care!
Location:
Quevedo Endodontics & Implantology, Rochester, NY Employment Type:
Full-time About Us:
We are a well-established, patient-focused dental practice specializing in endodontics and implant surgery. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional clinical outcomes in a supportive and professional environment.Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Dental Assistant. The ideal candidate is confident in a faced-paced surgical setting, anticipates provider needs, and prioritizes patient comfort and safety.Key Responsibilities:
- Chairside assisting for endodontic procedures (root canals, retreatments, apicoectomies)
- Assist with extractions, implant surgeries, bone grafting and other surgical procedures
- Prepare and maintain sterile surgical environments following OSHA and CDC guidelines
- Prepare operatories for endodontic and surgical procedures
- Take high quality digital radiographs and CBCT scans
- Manage instruments, sterilization, and inventory for the office/procedures
- Provide pre- and post-operative patient instructions and support
- Lab work
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2-3 years of dental experience, preferably with focus on endodontics and/or implant surgery. Training provided
- Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program
- CDA/RDA licensing preferable
- Experience with digital imaging and dental software systems
- Competent with digital scanning and digital workflow for fabricating surgical guides
- Knowledge of surgical protocols, infection control, and aseptic techniques
- Strong communication, organizational skills, and multitasking
- CPR/BLS certification required What we
Offer:
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Health benefits and retirement options (for full-time employees)
- Paid time off and holidays (for full-time employees)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment and team events Please email resumes to