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    Surgical Dental Assistant - New Brunswick, United States - MAX Surgical Specialty Management

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    Job DescriptionOral Surgery Group is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Oral Surgery Dental Assistant to join our dynamic practice focusing on discharging patients after surgery and ensuring a smooth transition of patients from our facility to their homes. This position requires a compassionate and detail-oriented individual who can provide exceptional post-op care and support to patients during the discharge process. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about oral surgery and committed to delivering outstanding dental services.

    Responsibilities:
    1. Discharge and Continue Care for Patients:
    • The discharge assistant will work closely with the surgical team to ensure that patients are prepared for discharge and equipped with the necessary information and resources for post-operative care.
    • Serve as a liaison between in-patient care and follow-up care.
    • Conduct thorough assessments of patients prior to discharge to ensure their readiness to leave the facility.
    • Monitor patients for any signs of complications or adverse reactions to medications and intervene as necessary.
    • Quick to respond in an emergency – understand all materials in crash cart and efficient in emergency protocol.
    • Ensure that quality of care is maintained or surpassed
    2. Patient Support and Education:
    • Collaborates with physicians, caregivers, patient, family, other departmental team members, to proactively develop and implement a safe and appropriate individualized plan based on the patient's medical history and surgical procedure.
    • Provide post-operative care instructions to patients, including oral hygiene practices, medication administration, and dietary restrictions.
    • Make sure that the patient and their family understand exactly what to do after discharge to prevent injury and encourage healing.
    • Offer reassurance and empathy throughout their treatment process.
    3. Administrative Duties:
    • Schedule patient follow-up appointments and coordinate with other dental staff to ensure smooth patient flow.
    • Assist with inventory management, order medication and dental supplies, and maintain equipment.
    • Maintain, manage, and be responsible for narcotic inventory, including logging narcotics in and out, and following all safety precautions.
    • Accurately keep and maintain biopsy log. Send out biopsies to lab.
    • When needed, call in prescriptions for patients after procedure. Communicate with pharmacies and answer any related questions
    4. Qualifications:
    • High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a dental assisting program is required.
    • Valid X-Ray License is required.
    • 3 years previous experience as a dental assistant, particularly in oral surgery, is highly desirable.
    • Knowledge of oral surgery procedures, instruments, and materials.
    • Familiarity with infection control protocols and safety measures.
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a compassionate and patient centered approach.
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Proficiency in dental software and computer literacy.
    • Job Type: Full-time
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