Are you a highly organized Surgical Assistant with a great attitude, and thrives in new and unique challenges? If yes, then keep reading - we may have the perfect opportunity for you!
The Opportunity. We are a brand-new oral surgery practice in Jersey City, NJ (across from the Grove Street PATH Station), with a strong focus on exceeding our patients’ expectations. Founded on our strong core values of honesty, integrity, and responsibility, we are looking for a super-star Surgical/Dental Assistant to join our team!
Working hours for this full-time position are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 8:30am-5pm and Wednesday, 9am-5pm.
Why You Should Join Our Team:
- We are a solo-doctor, one-location, family-oriented practice that believes in providing superior care to our patients and referring providers.
- We believe that solid leadership starts at the top and is the foundation to a well-run, successful practice. We strive to provide a diverse, supportive, and enjoyable work environment from the top down, where everyone’s opinions are valued and respected.
We offer a competitive benefit package to our full-time team members, which includes:
- Generous monthly benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Paid time off for vacation, sick, and company-recognized holidays
- Staff uniforms
- Regular team-building events/outings
- Birthday/work anniversary celebrations
Key Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):
- Provides complete support to surgeon throughout routine in-office surgical procedures, including extractions, placement of dental implants, and removal of pathological lesions.
- Participates in monitoring patient’s vital statistics, assistance with anesthesia/sedation and intravenous fluids during surgery.
- Reviews pre-op and post-op instructions with patients.
- Takes digital impressions and CBCT scans for dental implant cases.
- Reviews patient health history and updates practice management software.
- Acquires diagnostic x-rays.
- Prepares and breaks down surgical tray and operatory.
- Maintains control of surgical and implant inventory and associated supplies.
Qualifications
Required Skills for this Role:
- Ability to take initiative and work independently.
- Superior organizational skills.
- Must be friendly and be able to maintain a smile and positive attitude in high-pressured environments.
- Must be a team player and work well with others.
- Ability to multi-task, problem-solve, and prioritize tasks.
- Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office.
- Prior experience in dentistry is required and oral surgery experience is a plus.
- Reliable transportation.
Experience and Education Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or its equivalent.
- 2+ years of experience in a private practice, surgical facility and/or hospital setting.
License and Certification Minimum Requirements
- Current CPR certification (Required).
- Current Dental Radiologic Technologist (DRT) license for the state of New Jersey (Required).
- Current Certificate of Completion of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Inhalation Course (Preferred)
- Current Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) license holder (Preferred).
PLEASE NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience, including current CPR/BLS AND X-ray certifications in the state of NJ.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Required)
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Jersey City, NJ 07302 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Jersey City, NJ 07302: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person