Travel Perio Surgery Assistant
“Open Up” to A Whole New Dental Experience
Imagine working in a place which delivers best in class patient care and focuses on putting every patient first, every visit. Our guiding principle is empathy, and we want you to join us on our mission to transform the dental surgery experience. Our practice partners with North American Dental Group which provides us with the necessary support in order to fulfill our purpose of ensuring excellent patient care.
Wondering how this shapes your job experience?
We use our individuality and surgical expertise to practice group dentistry and ensure that every patient leaves our office feeling satisfied. Do you have the drive and passion to help others improve their oral health in the way that we do? Come join our team— help us pioneer a new culture of oral surgery.
Part-time Traveling Perio Surgery Assistant
Norwalk, Northford, Colchester, Old Saybrook and Ridgefield offices
ResponsibilitiesSkills Required to Make a Great “Impression” on Our Team
Provide assistance to surgeons during procedures including preparation and documentationProvides excellent chair-side clinical support and assistance to Doctors which includes but not limited to: charting and operatory set-up and clean-upAbility to work in a fast-paced environment possessing excellent interpersonal skills such as establishing positive relationships with our team and patientsAbility to communicate professionally both orally and in writing with a service-oriented approachTake dental radiographs/x-rays as well as cone beam 3D scansMotivated to learn more and provide the best patient care at all timesMaintain a caring and friendly environment that emphasizes patient careMonitor 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 regulationsProvide Post-Operation Advice- After surgery, oral surgery assistants provide patients with follow-up instructions and postoperative care tipsAbility to take impressions and pour up plaster diagnostics models QualificationsSo How Can You “Fill” This Role?
Dental Assisting Certification or prior on the job training and state required licensure1-5 years of experience preferred; will consider new graduatesRadiography/ X-RAY certification for respective stateCPR Certification requiredProficient in navigating Windows 7,8 and 10Commitment to providing exceptional service, support, and education to patientsClinical providers performing aerosol-generating procedures are required the wear an N95 respirator, usage of which is regulated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA regulations require a medical evaluation for each team member who will be wearing a respirator to ensure it can be safely worn. Subsequent to being medically cleared, OSHA requires a fit test to ensure the respirator fits properly for protection against pathogens. Clearing the medical evaluation and fit test are conditions of employment for all team members working with aerosol-generating procedures.Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (Full-time employees)Healthcare Spending AccountPaid Time Off401kVoluntary Life & Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramReferral ProgramEmployee Discount ProgramEqual Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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