Registered Dental Assistant - Katy, United States - The Center For Oral & Facial Surgery

Description

We are growing Our oral surgery practice is looking to add two (2) registered dental assistants to add to our clinical team.

The Katy Center for Oral & Facial Surgery (KCOFS) is a private practice in Katy TX that has a full-time job opportunity for an experienced registered surgical dental assistant.

We have a long prestigious history of providing the finest oral and facial surgical procedures for our patients for over 30 years, and our vision is to improve smiles and change lives.

Job Snapshot

• Hours: M-Th 8AM 5PM

Friday 7AM - 3PM


Role Summary

The surgical dental assistant will assist and work alongside our oral surgeons, helping them prepare patients for procedures, and ensuring the surgical area is organized and ready for the oral surgeon.

To be successful in the role, you should be highly organized, attentive to patients' needs, and demonstrate exceptional hand-eye coordination.

If you are diligent, motivated, hardworking, dependable and want a career and not just a job, we are looking for you


Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform administrative tasks such as using computer to update patient information, medical history, drug allergies, record vitals and charting.
• Maintain a flow of communication with front staff in order to enhance patient experience.
• Prepare examination rooms for appointments by ensuring all necessary equipment is ready for the surgeon including: restocking with preop/postop instructions, gloves, and proper instruments, cleaning keyboards, desk tops and handles.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during procedures.
• Assist the surgeon with all chairside procedures including operatory setup, anesthesia administration, monitoring O2 levels and cleanup.
• Patient dismissal and providing information on oral health care by answering postoperative (PO) calls or questions regarding surgery.
• Knowledge of operating procedures of xrays, CBCT machine, autoclave and ultrasonic.
• Sterilize and maintain surgical instruments for autoclave and preparing materials/equipment in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols.
• Maintain OSHA, HIPAA, CDC and COFS COVID protocols.
• Perform other related duties including but not limited to: cleaning suctions and traps daily, washing and folding surgical gowns, maintaining drug logs (biopsy, implant, and autoclave), implant case & supply review, restocking surgery rooms.

Skills/Abilities

• At least six months of dental assisting experience (preferred)
• Sound knowledge of operating procedures of xrays, CBCT machines, autoclave, and ultrasonic
• Good understanding of surgical techniques, chairside responsibilities, and health and safety protocols
• Excellent understanding of dental records, charts, and documentation.
• Great organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Providing excellent patient care at all times.

Education and Experience

• Active RDA license
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year related experience required.

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand/walk for 8 hours a day.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs pounds at times.
• Able to work on keyboard 3 hours a day.

*Experience assisting with oral surgery is preferred.

*Fluent in English and Spanish preferred.

The practice offers the following benefits after 90 days of employment:

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Holiday Pay
• Vacation Pay

Pay:
From $18.00 per hour


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

matching

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (required)

Work Location:
In person