Dental Oral Surgery Assistant

Job DetailsJob Location

• MD01
• Ellicott
• City -
• Ellicott
• City,
• MD 21042Position
• Type:
• Temporary/PRNSalary
• Range: $26.00 - $30.00
• HourlyThe following position is for employment with: Howard Country Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 5140 Dorsey Hall Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21042 We are seeking a highly skilled and professional Oral Surgery Assistant to join our esteemed team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside renowned doctors in a state-of-the-art facility. Candidates with Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery experience only at this time. We are looking for individuals who are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and upholding the highest standards of professionalism.
• 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. WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees may be required to climb or balance (up to 3 feet) in order to obtain information and supplies necessary to complete their job duties. Occasional stooping, kneeling and crouching may be required. Extensive standing and walking. Assist in lifting and mobilization of patients. Additionally, occasional lifting and carrying boxes, supplies up to 25 pounds may be required. Furthermore, close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) is required. 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. Work constantly with other employees, patients and doctors. Work inside (air-controlled environment). Attend to different tasks simultaneously.

Requirements

Experience in oral surgery assisting is required. Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, patient care, and sterilization technique. Patient anesthesia recovery and discharge with instructions. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with patients and the surgical team. Ability to maintain a calm, professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications Surgical Assistant Requirements: Radiology Certificate (X-Ray Certification) is a must Certification in Dental Assisting preferred Current Certified Basic Life Support Surgical Assisting experience in oral surgery Excellent patient care skills ABOUT US ORAL SURGERY MANAGEMENT By joining US Oral Surgery Management (USOSM), you become part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization made up of best-in-class Oral and Maxillofacial practices. Together, we have the POWER to achieve more, by creating a positive impact on the communities we serve and reinforcing our position as a top leader in the industry. We believe in the POWER of teamwork, where every member contributes to our collective success. Whether you're in clinical operations, administration, support services, etc., your role is crucial to achieving our shared mission: fueling innovation and clinical excellence, while driving worthwhile outcomes for our practices. Our POWER Values form the foundation of our ability to deliver exceptional healthcare experiences and achieve sustainable growth. Passion for Patient Care Outstanding Results Winning Attitude Embracing Continuous Improvement Respect for Self and Others 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. Qualifications