Beacon Oral Specialists·Cupertino, California
The surgical assistant supports the oral surgeon by preparing surgical trays, managing anesthesia equipment, and monitoring patients before, during, and after procedures. They also handle administrative tasks such as charting, scheduling, and coordinating treatment plans with referring dentists.
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We are looking for an experienced oral surgery assistant to support our oral surgeon before, during, and after each dental procedure. To be successful as an oral surgery assistant, you should be highly organized and attentive to patients' needs. An outstanding oral surgery assistant should have an excellent understanding of oral surgery procedures and exceptional hand-eye coordination. Surgical Responsibilities:
Proper instrument cleaning in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols.
Autoclave operation and function.
Identification of instruments used in the clinic.
Surgical tray set-up.
Room set up/break down for IV anesthesia and surgery.
Drug protocols (including logbook, inventory, preparation, etc)
Seat patient and perform pre-op set-up.
Review charts.
Nitrous oxide set-up.
Properly position restraints.
Support airway for sedated patients.
Demonstrate patient calming techniques.
Ability to circulate and retrieve instruments.
Monitor patients post anesthesia.
Assess if a patient needs to see a doctor.
Possess strong working knowledge of medications used in the clinic for IV sedations.
Understand emergency procedures and operation of emergency equipment.
Perform daily, weekly, and quarterly preventative maintenance on instruments, equipment, headpieces.
Provide excellent patient care.
• Monday – Friday, 8 hour shift
Beacon Oral Specialists Management, LLC family, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Market context
In California, dental assistant roles with orthodontic experience are often competitive because employers typically look for candidates who can step into patient flow, imaging, and chairside support with minimal onboarding. For this role, a valid RDA license and X-ray license are required, and orthodontic experience is essential. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then confirm your licensure and orthodontic background before applying.
Surgical Assistant II
Instrument Technician (Part-time)
Surgical Assistant II
