Surgical Assistant

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.

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.

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.

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

Clean and stocked operatories

Maintained equipment and adequate supplies

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

Promote a collaborative work environment focused on teamwork, efficiency, and exceptional patient care.

Attend and actively participate in team meetings.

High School Diploma or equivalent required (some college, preferred)

Basic life support certification required. Employers will provide training if the candidate is not current.

Previous dental experience – Preferred not required

Experience as an oral surgery assistant or dental assistant is preferred.

Basic life support certification – Employer will assist if not completed

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.

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.