Oral Surgery Assistant

Oral Surgery Assistant

Location: Grove Dental Associates - Lombard & Wheaton, IL 

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00-$28.00/hour based on experience  

About Us
At our practice, patient care comes first—every visit, every time. Guided by empathy, we are dedicated to transforming the dental experience for our patients. Partnering with North American Dental Group, we are empowered with the resources needed to deliver best-in-class care.

Why Join Our Team?
We pride ourselves on combining individuality, expertise, and teamwork to provide exceptional group dentistry. If you’re passionate about improving oral health and creating satisfied patients, we invite you to join us in redefining the culture of dentistry.

Your Work Schedule

Monday: 7:30am-6:00pm

Your Role as a Oral Surgery Assistant
An oral surgery dental assistant is a healthcare professional who works directly with an oral surgeon, assisting with surgical procedures like tooth extractions, dental implants, and bone grafts by preparing patients, setting up instruments, suctioning during surgery, and providing post-operative care instructions to patients, all under the supervision of the oral surgeon; requiring specialized training beyond a standard dental assisting certification to handle the complexities of oral surgery procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to surgeons during procedures including preparation and documentation
• Provides excellent chair-side clinical support and assistance to Doctors which includes but not limited to: charting and operatory set-up and clean-up
• Take dental radiographs/x-rays as well as cone beam 3D scans
• Assist with Sedation Processes -prepare patients for treatment by talking them through the procedure
• Monitor Patient Vital Statistics -monitor patient vital statistics and intravenous fluids during surgery and notify the surgeon about an issue as soon as it occurs.
• Sterilize Equipment- Keeping the surgery area clean and tidy is a key aspect of an oral surgery assistant’s role, so it’s important that all equipment is sterilized before and after use and that all preparation areas are thoroughly cleaned to meet health and safety regulations
• Provide Post-Operation Advice- After surgery, oral surgery assistants provide patients with follow-up instructions and postoperative care tips
• Ability to take impressions and pour up plaster diagnostics models

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Dental or Ortho Assisting Certification or prior on-the-job training.
• 1-5 years of experience preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply.
• Radiography/X-Ray certification (state-specific).
• Current CPR certification.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• A commitment to delivering exceptional service and patient education.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Comprehensive Benefits: Including 401(k).
• Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO that grows with your career.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for continuing education and development.
• Exciting Work Environment: A supportive atmosphere that celebrates individuality and teamwork, allowing you to thrive.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Ready to Join Us?
Apply today and be part of a team that’s revolutionizing dental care!

North American Dental Group-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. The practices receive non-clinical business support services from North American Dental Group, a dental support organization.

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