Surgical Assistant

Oral Surgery of Northern New York

Potsdam, NY, United States
On-site
Prepare surgical area
Assist surgeon during procedures
Maintain instruments clean and sterilized
Oral Surgery of Northern New York is seeking a full-time Surgical Assistant in Potsdam, NY, to enhance patient care and support the surgical team. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in the field and a commitment to providing exceptional patient experiences

Job Summary

  • Our office is seeking a talented full-time surgical assistant to join our busy specialty practice.
  • You will ensure excellent patient service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the Dentist’s shoulders.
  • You will be focused on ensuring that the patients' needs, concerns, and questions are answered.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Oral Surgery of Northern New York is seeking a full-time Surgical Assistant in Potsdam, NY, to enhance patient care and support the surgical team. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in the field and a commitment to providing exceptional patient experiences.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • prepare surgical area
  • assist surgeon during procedures
  • maintain instruments clean and sterilized
  • monitor patient vitals
  • provide post-operative instructions

Nice-to-have

  • resourceful problem-solver
  • proactively adjust to shifting priorities
  • make an important impact

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience as surgical assistant
  • Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
  • Understanding of health & safety regulations
  • Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks
  • Good computer skills
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Well-organized and reliable

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