Oral Surgery Assistant

Arthur Johnson III DDS PC·Mission Viejo, California

$26 - $35/hrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 25 days ago

Practice for this role

Oral Surgery Assistant · $26 - $35/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-13% vs. median posted rate for dental roles in California ($30.00/hr, n=1768)

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 1,768 posted dental roles in California rates. This role sits in the 36th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 13% below the California median for dental roles.

The Oral Surgery Assistant will support clinical operations at the Covina and Mission Viejo practice locations. Responsibilities include assisting with implant procedures, anesthesia, and digital scanning while maintaining high standards of patient care.

Benefits

401(k) Bonus based on performance Paid time off We are seeking an experienced Oral Surgery Assistant to join our team.

This full-time position will support our practices located in Covina and Mission Viejo.

Requirements

3–5 years of oral surgery assisting experience preferred Certification preferred Experience with implant procedures and anesthesia required Experience with digital scanning is a plus Strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and patient care focus

Schedule & Compensation: Full-time position Competitive

Hourly Rate: $26–$35/hour, based on experience Bonus structure and 401(k) available

If you are a skilled and dependable surgical assistant looking to grow in a high-quality oral surgery practice, we encourage you to apply.

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $26 - $35/hr
Location: Mission Viejo, California
Posted: Aug 14, 2026
Application: Employer website

California oral surgery assistant market context

In California, oral surgery assistants are often sought in busy specialty practices and surgical centers, especially where implant and anesthesia support are part of daily workflow. Competitive candidates usually bring 3-5 years of oral surgery assisting experience, certification, and digital scanning skills, since those abilities help practices keep procedures efficient and compliant. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your implant and anesthesia experience before applying.