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Description Our growing oral surgery practice is seeking a skilled and compassionate Oral Surgery Assistant to join our team. We are a patient-centered office known for providing exceptional surgical care in a supportive, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment. If you thrive in a clinical setting, enjoy working closely with doctors and teammates, and take pride in creating outstanding patient experiences, we would love to meet you. 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 the computer and prepares all consent forms regarding surgery and the use of • anesthesia • Gives patients post operative care instructions • 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, and 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 and Experience Required: • High School Diploma or equivalent • 2+ years of chair side experience , preferably in oral surgery, dental, and/or periodontics. • Relevant experience in the dental , medical, or nursing field is preferred Special Requirements, Certifications, and Licenses: • DAI Certification. • X-Ray Certification. • CPR Certification. Benefits: • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. • 401(k) Plan. • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay. • Competitive Pay. Schedule: Monday - Thursday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM