Oral Surgery Assistant
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About the job
Our growing oral surgery practice is seeking a skilled and compassionate Oral Surgery Assistant to join our team. We are a patient-centered office known for providing exceptional surgical care in a supportive, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment. If you thrive in a clinical setting, enjoy working closely with doctors and teammates, and take pride in creating outstanding patient experiences, we would love to meet you.
Essential Duties
- Prepares treatment room for patient by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols
- Takes and records patient's vital signs such as blood pressure and respiration rate
- Assists surgeon with general anesthesia and intravenous sedation procedures
- During treatment, the assistant transfers surgical instruments to oral surgeon and prepares surgical
- dressings
- Monitors intravenous fluids and vital signs during and after the surgery procedure
- Takes dental radiographs, prepares prescriptions, maintains inventory of supplies in operatory
- Enters patients' treatment in the computer and prepares all consent forms regarding surgery and the use of
- anesthesia
- Gives patients post operative care instructions
- Maintains equipment and instruments by proper care, cleaning, and sterilization
- Adheres to office education and protocol
- Maintains patient confidentiality and conducts self in a professional manner
- Any other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with OSHA infection control policies
- Helps oral surgeon manage medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency kit, oxygen and other emergency supplies
Education and Experience Required
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years of chair side experience , preferably in oral surgery, dental, and/or periodontics.
- Relevant experience in the dental , medical, or nursing field is preferred
Special Requirements, Certifications, and Licenses
- DAI Certification.
- X-Ray Certification.
- CPR Certification.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
- 401(k) Plan.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.
- Competitive Pay.
Schedule
Monday - Thursday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
From Legacy Oral & Facial Surgery's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Legacy Oral & Facial Surgery hires dental staff in Asheville, Hickory and other towns in North Carolina.
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