Surgical Assistant at Oral Surgery Partners

<p>Title: Surgical Assistant<br>Practice: <span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">South Bend Oral Surgery Partners</span><br>Location: South Bend, IN&nbsp;<br>Hours:&nbsp;</p> <div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Monday 7:30am - 5:15pm</div> <div>Tuesday 7:30am - 5:15pm</div> <div>Wednesday 7:30am - 1:00pm&nbsp;</div> <div>Thursday 7:30am - 5:15pm</div> <div>Friday 7:30am - 5:15pm</div> <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 &amp; Experience</strong></p> <ul> <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> </ul> <p><strong>Clinical &amp; Surgical Support</strong></p> <ul> <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> </ul> <p><strong>Documentation &amp; Compliance</strong></p> <ul> <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 &amp; Safety</strong></span></p> <p><strong>Support a clean, professional clinical environment, including:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Clean and stocked operatories</li> <li>Maintained equipment and adequate supplies</li> </ul> <p><strong>Support monthly office safety and compliance checks, including:</strong></p> <ul> <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> </ul> <p><strong>Team Collaboration &amp; Professionalism</strong></p> <ul> <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> <ul> <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> <ul> <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> <ul> <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> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div class="" data-block="true" data-editor="dt9k3" data-offset-key="8fpm72dd-0-0"> <div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="8fpm72dd-0-0"><strong><span data-offset-key="8fpm72dd-0-0"><span data-text="true">What we do for you:</span></span></strong></div> </div> <ul class="public-DraftStyleDefault-ul" data-offset-key="7ipt0c1a-0-0"> <li class="public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR" data-block="true" data-editor="dt9k3" data-offset-key="7ipt0c1a-0-0"> <div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="7ipt0c1a-0-0"><span data-offset-key="7ipt0c1a-0-0"><span data-text="true">We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans to our full-time employees.</span></span></div> </li> <li class="public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR" data-block="true" data-editor="dt9k3" data-offset-key="13m4b6c5-0-0"> <div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="13m4b6c5-0-0"><span data-offset-key="13m4b6c5-0-0"><span data-text="true">Two out of the three medical plans offered include Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility.</span></span></div> </li> <li class="public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR" data-block="true" data-editor="dt9k3" data-offset-key="82ck9b03-0-0"> <div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="82ck9b03-0-0"><span data-offset-key="82ck9b03-0-0"><span data-text="true">Company-paid Life, AD&amp;D and Long-Term Disability coverage.</span></span></div> </li> <li class="public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR" data-block="true" data-editor="dt9k3" data-offset-key="5alcke73-0-0"> <div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="5alcke73-0-0"><span data-offset-key="5alcke73-0-0"><span data-text="true">Additional Voluntary Life and AD&amp;D Insurance for you and your family!</span></span></div> </li> <li class="public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR" data-block="true" data-editor="dt9k3" data-offset-key="33q3883f-0-0"> <div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="33q3883f-0-0"><span data-offset-key="33q3883f-0-0"><span data-text="true">Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance available to you as well</span></span></div> </li> <li 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describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work.&nbsp; This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.&nbsp; OPS’s management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.</span>&nbsp; </em></span></p>