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Tenet Healthcare·Detroit, Michigan
Oral Surgery Assistant
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The Oral Surgery Assistant supports surgeons by handling instruments, assisting with anesthesia, and providing chair-side care during procedures. They are also responsible for maintaining a clean treatment room, performing dental radiography, and providing clerical support.
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary Under physician and/or manager supervision, utilizes skills and independent judgment acquired via schooling, certification, and/or on the job training to assist the Oral Surgeons to perform oral surgery procedures efficiently. Scrubs on all types of Oral Surgery procedures, handles surgical instruments and materials, anticipates the needs of the Oral Surgeon and assists as directed for both local and general anesthesia. Provides general chair-side assistance (draping patients, suctioning, retraction, sponging, chinning, etc.) and anticipates Oral Surgeon needs for treatment specified for local and general anesthesia. Prepares for scheduled operative procedures assuring that necessary equipment, instruments and supplies are available and ready to use. Maintains a clean and safe treatment room. Removes dressings and sutures. Performs point of care glucose testing per physician orders. Performs dental radiography to insure radiation health and safety, film exposure and processing. Provides coverage of clerical functions, such as answering phones, providing front desk support, etc.
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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Certified Dental Assistant, or a minimum of three years of dental assisting experience with certification of completing the Michigan Dental Assisting Radiography Program.
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BLS certification.
Facility Statement DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, helped pioneer the evolution of emergency medicine and currently has one of the busiest and most well-equipped emergency departments anywhere.
The first and largest verified burn center in the state is at Receiving, and it is one of only 43 in the nation.
Receiving also offers the state’s leading 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, and the nationally recognized and accredited DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence.
EEO Statement Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program.
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E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations
Candidates must hold a high school diploma or equivalent and possess a BLS certification. Additionally, they must be a Certified Dental Assistant or have at least three years of experience with a completed Michigan Dental Assisting Radiography Program.
Market context
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.