Oral Surgery Dental Assistant
Company: Pikes Peak Oral Surgery
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: May 6, 2024
Job Description:
Our team is searching for a fun, hardworking, compassionate,
team player to help us grow the practice and continue to serve our
community with all of their oral surgery needs. Our oral surgery
practice is committed to providing exceptional care for our
patients, along with staying up to date with new technologies. The
role of the Oral Surgery Assistant is critical in providing
exceptional patient care resulting in the best clinical outcomes
and meeting the needs of our patients. Dental Assistants are highly
encouraged to apply! We are currently looking for 2 full time team
members M-F 7am-4pm. The current pay range for open positions is
$18-25, and is based off of experience. Pay will be discussed
during the final interview. Role and Responsibilities The Surgical
Dental Assistant will help surgeons during surgery by performing
duties such as tissue retraction, intravenous lines, and completing
documentation.
- Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to facilitate
patient care.
- Verifies the identity of patients and operative sites.
- Discusses with surgeon the nature of the surgical procedure
including operative consent and methods of operative exposure.
- Monitors and maintains aseptic technique throughout
procedures.
- Maintains an unobstructed operative field using surgical
retractors, sponges, and suctioning and irrigating equipment.
- Determines availability of necessary equipment and supplies for
operative procedures.
- Obtains and inspects sterile and non-sterile surgical
equipment, supplies and instruments.
- Operates sterilization devices.
- Monitors patient intraoperative status.
- Obtains dental radiographs and dental imaging.
- Completes patient clinical narratives.
- Other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- BLS certification required or the ability to complete within 1
month of hire.
- Radiology certification.
- At least one year of experience.
- DAANCE certification preferred.
- Phlebotomy certification preferred.
- Licensed dental assistant preferred. Skills and Abilities
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Bilingual & ASL is always beneficial.
- Ability to work well in a team and individually.
- Good judgment and critical thinking skills.
- Passion for keeping people safe.
- Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on
the job.
- Excellent manual dexterity.
- Superior listening skills with the ability to quickly
comprehend instructions in emergency situations.
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology.CORE BENEFITS &
WELLNESSMedical (including Virtual Care), Dental, and Vision
CoverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Uniforms/Scrubs
providedFINANCIAL WELL-BEINGCompetitive pay, Bonus potential, and
annual merit reviews401(k) Plan w/Company MatchHealth Savings
Account (HSA) with HDHP health plansLIFE INSURANCEBasic and
Supplemental Life InsuranceSpouse and Child Life InsuranceTIME OFF,
DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCEPaid Vacation (Starting at 2 weeks)
and 6 Annual Paid HolidaysEmployer Sponsored Short Term
DisabilityLong and Short Term Disability Plans Compensation
details: 18-25 Hourly Wage
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Keywords: Pikes Peak Oral Surgery, Pueblo , Oral Surgery Dental Assistant, Healthcare , Colorado Springs, Colorado
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