Oral Surgery Partners·Gainesville, Virginia
The Surgical Assistant supports oral surgeons during procedures by preparing instruments and monitoring patient vital signs. They are also responsible for maintaining a clean clinical environment and ensuring compliance with safety and controlled substance protocols.
Ensure that all patients receive the highest quality of care and service Communicate with all patients (both in-person and by phone) in a friendly and professional manner. Maintain positive, pleasant, and professional relationships between patients, staff members, and surgeons. Oral surgeons during surgical procedures and prepare instruments, materials, and equipment needed for various surgical procedures. Support efforts that provide a clean and professional environment for all patients, including, but not limited to, ensuring that operatories are clean, supplies are adequate, equipment is maintained, and compliance with all company policies is maintained. Monitor patient's vital signs during surgical procedures and provide support as needed. Assist with postoperative care, including patient education and follow-up instructions. Documentation of patient encounters and surgical procedures accurately. Collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork, efficient workflow, and exceptional patient care. Attend and participate in regular team meetings. Adhere to best practices and established protocols and highest patient safety standards. Support monthly office checks: Crash carts Fire extinguishers Emergency preparedness attestations Attest Xray unit calibration Omni-cam calibration Drug book accuracy Controlled substance inventory Oxygen tanks are full and hooked up. Invoices for controlled substances are being printed. Ensure proper controlled substance safety protocols are adhered to.
Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent required (some college, preferred) Previous clinical experience. Experience as an oral surgery assistant or dental assistant is preferred. (Will train the right candidate.) Basic life support certification required. Employer will provide training if the candidate is not current. Performance Requirements: Skills/Abilities: Strong computer skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Analytical and detail-oriented Able to work independently with exceptional initiative and sound judgment Positive attitude, change advocate, able to lead by example Strong Knowledge of oral surgery procedures Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety Work environment/Conditions: Fast-paced dental office environment Overtime is sometimes required as needed to perform job functions Some travel as needed for training and to perform job functions Safety procedures required, including protection to minimize the risks from X-rays Potential long hours standing. DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. OPS’s management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
A high school diploma is required, and previous experience as a dental or oral surgery assistant is preferred. Candidates must hold or be willing to obtain a Basic Life Support certification.
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