Surgical Assistant (Dental/Oral/Facial) Details

Surgical Assistant (Dental/Oral/Facial)

Mountain State Oral and Facial Surgery - Vinton, VA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Our company has been a prominent provider specializing in oral and maxillofacial surgery throughout the state of West Virginia and the Ohio/Kanawha River valley regions for nearly 25 years. Our mission is to provide an excellent and optimal patient experience in our state-of-the-art facilities. Our skilled surgeons utilize advanced oral and facial surgical techniques to deliver exceptional care. As an employer, we are focused on always striving to create a best-in-class experience for the entirety of our employees’ career from application to retirement. We seek team-oriented leaders with a desire to grow and be a part of an exciting time for our organization.
Not only do we offer competitive wages, but we also offer a significant benefits package which includes zero premium deduction medical/dental/vision insurance options, employer F.S.A./H.S.A. contributions, 401k with match, PTO, paid holidays, employer-covered basic life insurance, voluntary benefits, wellness program, employee assistance program, and a weekday/day-time only schedule with short Fridays to boot!
Job Title: Surgical Assistant
Reports to: Team Leader
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Position Summary: To provide surgical support to doctors and excellent patient care.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures current patient records
• Assists doctors with exams
• Performs X-rays on patients, as needed
• Reviews medical history with patients
• Ensures proper consent forms are signed by patient and/or guardian
• Prepare patient prescriptions accurately
• Performs blood pressure checks, EKG monitoring, Pulse Oximeter monitoring
• Records accurate anesthesia record charting
• Records accurate vital signs
• Maintain clear airways on sedated patients; performs suction on sedated patients
• Performs post-op patient monitoring, including staying with patient until caretaker arrives
• Assist with cleaning and preparing surgical rooms
• Provides support for ongoing surgeries
• Maintains upmost confidentiality
• Any duties required to maintain patient flow and any other extra duties office clinical manager assigns

Job Type: Full-time