Surgical Dental Assistant

About the position

The Surgical Dental Assistant at Shared Practices Group plays a crucial role in enhancing patient care through innovative dental implant solutions, particularly the All-on-4 dental implants. This position involves a dynamic work environment where the assistant will contribute to improving patients' health and confidence by providing exceptional support during surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will have a passion for surgery and a commitment to teamwork, ensuring a high standard of service for patients.

Responsibilities

• Take patient photos
• Take Cone Beams, Pano and x-rays
• Navigate with Open Dental software
• Take impressions
• Adjust and reline prosthetics
• Set up and break down operatory rooms
• Place orders and maintain inventory
• Assist the doctor during a variety of surgical procedures
• Sterilization and daily cleaning

Requirements

• CPR Certification
• Dental assisting experience
• OSHA compliance
• Inventory management skills
• HIPAA compliance
• Basic dental terminology
• Experience with implant and over denture knowledge
• Proficient at alginate impression taking

Nice-to-haves

• Min 12 months experience in an oral-surgical setting
• Experience with wax try ins and changing locator rings
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to multitask
• Highly organized and upbeat attitude
• Knowledge of Open Dental software

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Scrub allowance