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Oral Surgery Assistant

Legacyofs, Statesville, NC, United States


Description

The primary responsibility is to assist the oral surgeon in providing quality patient care through using the correct method of passing surgery instruments to always maximize patient and staff safety. Facilitates services including blood pressure, radiographs, charting all medical health histories, performing procedures in compliance with the oral surgery office.

Essential Duties

Prepares treatment room for patient by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols

Takes and records patient’s vital signs such as blood pressure and respiration rate

Assists surgeon with general anesthesia and intravenous sedation procedures

During treatment, the assistant transfers surgical instruments to oral surgeon and prepares surgical dressings

Monitors intravenous fluids and vital signs during and after the surgery procedure.

Takes dental radiographs, prepares prescriptions, maintains inventory of supplies in operatory

Enters patients’ treatment in computer and prepares all consent forms regarding surgery and the use of anesthesia

Gives patients post operative care instructions

Schedules patients’ next visit appointment

Maintains equipment and instruments by proper care, cleaning, and sterilization

Adheres to office education and protocol

Maintains patient confidentiality and conducts self in a professional manner

Any other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with OSHA infection control policies

Helps oral surgeon manage medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency kit, oxygen and other emergency supplies

Education / Experience Required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Special Requirements/Certifications/Licenses

DAI Certification

X-Ray Certification

CPR Certification

2+ years of chair side experience, preferably in oral surgery, dental, and/or periodontics.

Bilingual (preferred but not required)

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k)

PTO and Holiday pay

Competitive Pay

Schedule
Tuesday - Thursday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Friday 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM

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