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Surgical Assistant

Oral Surgery Partners·Shelby Township, Michigan

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 5 days ago
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About the role

Assist oral surgeons during surgical procedures and manage the preparation of instruments and equipment. Ensure high-quality patient care, maintain clinical safety standards, and handle accurate documentation of patient encounters.

Title

  • Surgical
  • Assistant
  • Practice:
  • Alamat
  • Oral
  • Surgery
  • Group
  • Location: 51685 Van Dyke Shelby Township, MI 48316

Hours

  • 36–40 hours per week,
  • Monday through
  • Friday, with shifts scheduled between 7:00
  • AM and 7:00 PM. Occasional Saturday availability may be required based on business needs
  • Position
  • Purpose: The surgical assistant is responsible for ensuring the compassionate, effective, and efficient delivery of high-quality clinical care for patients while practicing and providing safety in the work environment. The ideal candidate will assist oral surgeons during procedures, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow in a fast-paced environment. This role requires a strong understanding of surgical procedures, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
  • Essential
  • Functions: Patient Care & Experience Ensure all patients receive the highest quality of care and service. Communicate with patients in a friendly, professional manner, both in person and by phone. Maintain positive, professional relationships with patients, staff, and surgeons. Assist with postoperative care, including patient education and follow-up instructions. Monitor patient vital signs during surgical procedures and provide support as needed. Clinical & Surgical Support Assist oral surgeons during surgical procedures. Prepare instruments, materials, and equipment required for surgical procedures. Support adherence to best practices, established protocols, and the highest patient safety standards. Documentation & Compliance Accurately document patient encounters and surgical procedures. Ensure compliance with all company policies and regulatory standards. Maintain controlled substance safety protocols and documentation. Office Operations &
  • Safety
  • Support a clean, professional clinical environment, including: Clean and stocked operatories Maintained equipment and adequate supplies
  • Support monthly office safety and compliance checks, including: Crash carts Fire extinguishers Emergency preparedness attestations X-ray unit calibration Omni-cam calibration Controlled substance inventory and drug book accuracy Oxygen tank readiness Printing and maintaining controlled substance invoices Team Collaboration & Professionalism Promote a collaborative work environment focused on teamwork, efficiency, and exceptional patient care. Attend and actively participate in team meetings.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent required (some college, preferred) Basic life support certification required. Employers will provide training if the candidate if not current. X-ray certified strongly preferred - Employers will provide training if the candidate if not current.

Experience

  • Previous dental experience – Preferred not required Experience as an oral surgery assistant or dental assistant is preferred. (Will train the right candidate.)
  • 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.
  • What we do for you: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans to our full-time employees. Two out of the three medical plans offered include Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility. Company-paid Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability coverage. Additional Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance for you and your family! Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance available to you as well Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) offered. Immediately begin saving for retirement through our 401(k) starting with very first paycheck! Employer 401(k) contribution and Profit Sharing after six months of employment PTO and 8 Paid holidays for fulltime employees! 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.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and Basic Life Support certification, with X-ray certification strongly preferred. Previous dental or oral surgery assistant experience is preferred, though the employer is willing to train the right candidate.

  • high school
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Patient Care
  • Detail Oriented
  • Patient Education
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Postoperative Care
  • Sterilization Protocols
  • X-ray Operation
  • Surgical Assisting

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Profit Sharing
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Company-paid Life Insurance
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employer 401(k) Contribution

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Shelby Township, Michigan
Posted
Jul 22, 2026
Application
Employer website
OS

Hiring organization

Oral Surgery Partners

Oral Surgery Partners is a surgeon-led organization that partners with leading oral and maxillofacial surgery practices to provide the infrastructure, resources, and strategic support needed for surgeons to practice at their full potential—without compromising clinical autonomy....

Salary listed on 1 job
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Dental roles in Michigan are often shaped by steady patient demand and the need for practices to keep schedules full with reliable clinical support. Competition can be strongest for candidates who combine chairside skill, clear communication, and teamwork, especially when benefits like medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and sick leave are part of the package. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit against the original job description and decide whether your credentialing and experience align before applying.

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