Surgical Assistant

Company: San Jose Jackosn Oral Surgery And Implantology
Location: San Jose
Posted on: May 8, 2024

Job Description:

_*Your new career awaits you...*_ Are you looking for a company that you can call home and have opportunities to grow? We are looking for a Surgical Assistant to join our growing practice. We pride ourselves on guiding our staff in the right direction to not only learn but also get hands-on training to move forward within the company. To be successful as an oral surgery assistant, you should be highly organized and attentive to patients' needs.*Surgical Responsibilities:** Assist Surgeon during consultations and treatment.* Basic lab duties (Impressions, pouring up/trimming models).* Proper instrument cleaning in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols* Autoclave operation and function* Surgical tray set-up* Identification of instruments used in the clinic.* Room set up/break down for IV anesthesia and surgery.* Seat patient and perform pre-op set-up.* Review charts.* Nitrous oxide set-up.* Properly positioning restraints.* Support airway for sedated patients.* Ability to circulate and retrieve instruments.* Excellent patient care & communication.*Non-Surgical Responsibilities:** Restock supplies, forms, handouts, and rooms.* Take vital signs.* Familiar with all forms and handouts (procedure-based, consent forms, etc.)* Aware of an in compliance with OSHA requirements (e.g personal protection)* Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, filing, and charting.* Make follow up phone calls to patients.* May take X-Rays.* Properly closing and opening the office each day (Tanks, Suction, Xray)* Greet patients and make them feel comfortable.*Required Qualifications:** High school diploma or equivalent.* Great organizational and time management skills.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* The ability to provide excellent patient care, even under stressful circumstances.* Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude.*Preferred Qualifications:** Completion of an accredited Surgical Assistant program preferred.* Certification as a Surgical Assistant preferred.* Bilingual English/ Vietnamese* Current CPR/BLS certification preferred.* Dental X-ray license (Pano, PA, CBCT) preferred.Job Type: Full-timePay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceHealthcare setting:* Operating roomMedical specialties:* Perioperative Care* SurgerySchedule:* Day shift* Monday to FridayAbility to Relocate:* San Jose, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In personby Jobble

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