Dental Assistant, Oral Surgery
SALT Dental Partners · saltdentalpartners.com
United States
The job in short
Oral surgery dental assistant.
Details
- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2026-09-22
- Location as listed
- United States
- Role
- Dental (Hygienist / Assistant / Dentist)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Dental Assistant, Oral Surgery
About the Role
Join a dental practice built on excellent patient care, strong teamwork, and a culture that supports every member of the team. This role is central to the patient experience, and thrives on collaboration with doctors and staff to deliver a consistently positive visit for every patient.
Responsibilities
• Assist the oral surgeon during procedures including extractions, implant placement, bone grafting, and biopsies
• Prepare the treatment room, surgical trays, instruments, and anesthesia equipment
• Monitor patients during surgery while maintaining sterile technique
• Take and process panoramic, periapical, and 3D cone beam CT images as needed
• Provide detailed post operative instructions to patients and caregivers
• Sterilize instruments and maintain an OSHA compliant surgical environment
• Accurately record patient medical histories and surgical documentation
• Manage surgical supply inventory and ordering
• Assist with sedation monitoring (nitrous and IV) per office protocol and state guidelines
Qualifications
• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state
• 6+ months of experience as a dental assistant, preferably in oral surgery
• Proficient in surgical assisting techniques and infection control protocols
• Comfortable taking high quality radiographs and CBCT scans
• Able to anticipate procedural needs and remain calm under pressure
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and patient rapport
• Reliable, punctual, detail oriented, and a strong team player
• Dental Assistant certification or registration as required by state law
• Current BLS certification; nitrous oxide/sedation certification a plus
What We Offer
• Competitive compensation
• Modern facilities and advanced technology
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities
• A diverse patient base and meaningful clinical work
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