Surgical Assistant
<p>Title: Surgical Assistant<br>Practice: Associated Oral & Implant Surgeons <br>Location: Bristol, TN<br>Hours:</p>
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<li class="elementor-icon-list-item"><span class="elementor-icon-list-text">Monday:8:00 AM - 4:00 PM</span></li>
<li class="elementor-icon-list-item"><span class="elementor-icon-list-text">Tuesday:8:00 AM - 4:00 PM</span></li>
<li class="elementor-icon-list-item"><span class="elementor-icon-list-text">Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM</span></li>
<li class="elementor-icon-list-item"><span class="elementor-icon-list-text">Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM</span></li>
<li class="elementor-icon-list-item"><span class="elementor-icon-list-text">Friday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM</span></li>
<li class="elementor-icon-list-item"><span class="elementor-icon-list-text">Saturday: Closed</span></li>
<li class="elementor-icon-list-item"><span class="elementor-icon-list-text">Sunday: Closed</span></li>
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<p><strong><u>Position Purpose</u></strong><strong>:</strong></p>
<p>The surgical assistant is responsible for ensuring the compassionate, effective, and efficient delivery of high-quality clinical care for patients while practicing and providing safety in the work environment. The ideal candidate will assist oral surgeons during procedures, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow in a fast-paced environment. This role requires a strong understanding of surgical procedures, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.</p>
<p><strong><u>Essential Functions: </u></strong></p>
<p><strong>Patient Care & Experience</strong></p>
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<li>Ensure all patients receive the highest quality of care and service.</li>
<li>Communicate with patients in a friendly, professional manner, both in person and by phone.</li>
<li>Maintain positive, professional relationships with patients, staff, and surgeons.</li>
<li>Assist with postoperative care, including patient education and follow-up instructions.</li>
<li>Monitor patient vital signs during surgical procedures and provide support as needed.</li>
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<p><strong>Clinical & Surgical Support</strong></p>
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<li>Assist oral surgeons during surgical procedures.</li>
<li>Prepare instruments, materials, and equipment required for surgical procedures.</li>
<li>Support adherence to best practices, established protocols, and the highest patient safety standards.</li>
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<p><strong>Documentation & Compliance</strong></p>
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<li>Accurately document patient encounters and surgical procedures.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with all company policies and regulatory standards.</li>
<li>Maintain controlled substance safety protocols and documentation.</li>
</ul>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Office Operations & Safety</strong></span></p>
<p><strong>Support a clean, professional clinical environment, including:</strong></p>
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<li>Clean and stocked operatories</li>
<li>Maintained equipment and adequate supplies</li>
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<p><strong>Support monthly office safety and compliance checks, including:</strong></p>
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<li>Crash carts</li>
<li>Fire extinguishers</li>
<li>Emergency preparedness attestations</li>
<li>X-ray unit calibration</li>
<li>Omni-cam calibration</li>
<li>Controlled substance inventory and drug book accuracy</li>
<li>Oxygen tank readiness</li>
<li>Printing and maintaining controlled substance invoices</li>
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<p><strong>Team Collaboration & Professionalism</strong></p>
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<li>Promote a collaborative work environment focused on teamwork, efficiency, and exceptional patient care.</li>
<li>Attend and actively participate in team meetings.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong><u>Qualifications: </u></strong></p>
<p><strong>Education/Certification:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma or equivalent required (some college, preferred)</li>
<li>Basic life support certification required. Employers will provide training if the candidate is not current.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Experience:</strong></p>
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<li>Previous dental experience – Preferred not required</li>
<li>Experience as an oral surgery assistant or dental assistant is preferred. (Will train the right candidate.)</li>
<li>Basic life support certification – Employer will assist if not completed</li>
</ul>
<p><strong><u>Performance Requirements:</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>Skills/Abilities:</strong></p>
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<li>Strong computer skills</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Analytical and detail-oriented</li>
<li>Able to work independently with exceptional initiative and sound judgment</li>
<li>Positive attitude, change advocate, able to lead by example</li>
<li>Strong Knowledge of oral surgery procedures</li>
<li>Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities</li>
<li>Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Work environment/Conditions:</strong></p>
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<li>Fast-paced dental office environment</li>
<li>Overtime is sometimes required as needed to perform job functions</li>
<li>Some travel as needed for training and to perform job functions</li>
<li>Safety procedures required, including protection to minimize the risks from X-rays</li>
<li>Potential long hours standing.</li>
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