Oral Surgical Assistant
Cosmetic and Maxillofacial Surgery Surgical Assistant Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated, friendly, empathetic, adaptable and caring individual to join our new practice team as a Cosmetic and Maxillofacial Surgery Assistant. You will be given great support to accomplish the goals, be professionally rewarded and become an essential part of this great practice team as it develops.

Role and Responsibilities

The Surgical Assistant will help the surgeon 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 and the surgical procedure including operative consent and methods of operative exposure
Diagnostic and laboratory date, patient-advanced directives and other needs
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
Perform, follow and comply with Sterilization, OSHA & HIPAA standards and protocols
Able to lift 25+ pounds and stand for long periods of time
Monitors patient intraoperative status
Obtaining radiographs and CBCT
Complete patient narratives and record patients' medical histories (EMR)
This is a full time position Monday through Friday with occasional Saturday seasonally
(We start at 7:15 am)

Qualifications and Education Requirements

At Least one year of related experience preferred
DANNCE certification preferred
Licensed Dental Assistant preferred
Nitrous Oxide monitoring
BLS certification required or the ability to complete within 1 month of hire
Radiology certification preferred

Preferred Skills

Fluent in English and Spanish
Professional, friendly attitude with everyone
Basic computer knowledge
Ability to work well in a team or independently
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'

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Work Remotely

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Memphis, TN 38119 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Memphis, TN 38119: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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