Oral Surgery Dental Assistant

JAX Implants & Dentures • Full-time • Jacksonville, Florida, United States • $20 - $30 / hour • 3m ago

Want to work in a modern, completely digital, state-of-the-art practice? Come join Jacksonville’s largest implant center and our growing team at JAX Implants & Dentures.

Practice is fully owned by Alex McRee, DMD and Spencer Russell, DMD. Fun fast paced environment with no corporate or private equity interference.

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JAX Implants & Dentures is seeking a highly trainable, self-motivated surgical dental assistant who wants to improve smiles and join our growing team. If you are a team player with a positive attitude, you belong with us.

Surgical Dental Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:

Be proficient in assisting surgical procedures including but not limited to; All on 4 dental implants, sinus lifts, ridge grafts, surgical extractions, IV sedation, PRF etc.
Communicate effectively with patients by reviewing medical history, medications, and allergies and Instructing patients on postoperative care.
Prepare surgical rooms by cleaning and preparing operatories per OSHA and CDC guidelines before patient appointments, assist dentists during procedures by handing instruments, and anticipate dentists' needs throughout the appointment.
Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Help maintain dental and surgery supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; and anticipating needed supplies.
Update and maintain patient dental records, handle general clinic administrative work; maintain operatories and the dental office, and efficiently direct patient flow.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, prepare instrument trays for dental procedures, and instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
Perform intraoral scans with Trios
Take dental X-rays
Adhere to company policies regarding patient communication and maintain a professional appearance and behavior.

Dental Assistant Requirements and Qualifications:

Minimum of one year of experience required
Completion of the accredited training program and/or national DANB Certified or Registered Dental Assistant [CDA/RDA], depending on state regulations
Certifications/permits per state regulations
Current Basic Life Support cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification.

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