Surgical Technician

Job DetailsJob Location

• CA05
• PASO
• ROBLES -
• PASO
• ROBLES,
• CA 93446Position
• Type:
• FT1Salary
• Range: $22.00 - $23.00
• HourlyThe following position is for employment with: CCOMS FULL-TIME CLINICAL ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION Central Coast Oral and Maxillofacial
• Surgery 1428
• Oak
• Street,
• Paso
• Robles,
• CA, 93446
• HOURS
• Monday -
• Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.
• A 60-minute lunch is started between 11:30am - 12:30pm, but exact time may depend on the needs of the surgery schedule. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand & walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk; or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and distance vision. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence and memos. Ability to write correspondence; ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to the general public, co-workers and other employees of the organization. Requires good knowledge of the English language and spelling. Requires learning dental & medical terminology. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with some further secretarial education training in word processing and computer preferred. Requires knowledge of modern office practices, principles of modern record keeping, setup and maintaining filing systems and of legal phrases and terminology. Requires skill in operating a personal computer, word processing software and in oral communications. TASKS The Oral Surgery Clinical Assistant is comprised of three main descriptions; Surgical Assistant, Anesthesia Assistant, & Sterilization Assistant.
• Duties include, but are not limited to:
• AM
• Duties:
• Surgical
• Assistant:
• During surgery: Assist the doctor (suctioning, cutting sutures, irrigating, etc.), aid in observing and maintaining patient vitals, and keep a clean and organized surgical field.
• Between surgeries: Break down prior surgery set up and prepare for the next surgery, educate patient and/or patient ride on post-operative instructions and discharge patients, help with tasks in other surgeries, and assist with sterilization of instruments.
• After surgeries: Break down, clean, and stock operatories.
• Anesthesia
• Assistant: Assist the doctor in monitoring patient vital signs, maintaining the patient’s airway and logging medications given.
• Sterilization
• Assistant: Cleaning, processing, and sterilizing instruments while helping with tasks in surgeries, discharging patients, and prepping rooms for the next surgery.
• PM
• Duties: Taking x-rays, charting appointment findings, reviewing medical history, taking basic vital signs, coordinating patient treatment plans with front office and treatment coordination teams Completion of huddles, stocking, cleaning, post-op calls, closing duties, etc. 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