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High School Diploma
Respiratory Therapy
Oral Surgery Assistant
Assisted oral surgeon in management of medical and dental emergencies.
- Provided postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
- Prepared patient, sterilized and disinfected instruments, set up instrument trays, prepared materials, and assisted dentist during dental procedures.
- Administered and monitored patients with oral sedation.
- Assisted oral surgeon with bone grafts, dental implants, expose and bonds, lingual frenectomies, and multiple and single tooth oral surgeries.
- Exposed and processed dental diagnostic x-rays
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Medical
Oral Surgery Assistant
Responsible for sterilizations and cleaning of instruments used in surgical procedures. Provided room set-up prior to procedures and turn-over after the conclusion of the procedure.
- Organized and cleaned treatment rooms, managed inventory of supplies, and assisted with maintenance of patient records.
- Trained to scrub-in and assist with oral surgeries and procedures (i.e. extraction of teeth, biopsies, implants, etc.)
- Assisted in administering anesthesia and monitoring of vital signs under direction of the physician.
- Transcribed doctor-patient clinical notes, physician interpretations of x-rays and other test results.
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Medical Assistant
Oral Surgery Assistant
Documented procedures, vitals in patient chart and relayed patient instructions.
- Ensured that surgical tools were sterilized for start of procedure.
- Processed oral x-rays, removable dental appliances and casts or impressions.
- Managed and maintained patient charts.
- Managed the inventory and regular maintenance requirements of office and dental equipment.
- Responsible for ordering $25,000 yearly in office supplies
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High School Diploma
Medical
Oral Surgery Assistant
Prepared surgery areas and patients for operations
- Prepared surgical dressings and sterilized instruments
- Interviewed patients, took and recorded vital signs before procedures and gave pre-op/post-op instructions
- Monitored intravenous fluids and vital signs during procedures
- Gave pre-op and post-op instructions to patients
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Associate of Science
Bachelor of Science
Oral Surgery Assistant
Consent for treatment planning process.
- Oversaw clinic supplies and equipment
- Controlled and coordinated clinic requirements.
- Created and maintained provider schedules utilizing Composite Health Care System.
- Assisted in the creation, revision, and implementation of operating instructions, policies, and job descriptions to maintain consistent quality.
- Data Entry Front desk/ input patience information
- Maintained medical records, receiving commendations for thoroughness and accuracy in completion of reports and patient documentation.
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Dental Assisting
Radiology Certification For Dental Assisting
Oral Surgery Assistant
Assisted dentist with many outpatients in a fast-paced clinic
- Prepared surgery trays with proper instrument set ups
- Performed sterilization procedures under proper OSHA regulations
- Assisted with many surgical procedures under local and general anesthesia, including bone grafts and implants
- Prepared medications for general anesthesia procedures
- Earned Infection Control and CPR certificates
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Political Science
Oral Surgery Assistant
Assisted the dentist with treatment procedures
- Took and developed dental radiographs
- Obtained patient's medical history and blood pressure
- Answered phone and scheduled appointments
- Prepared and maintained dental instruments, equipment and supplies
- Managed patient records
- Customer Service Experience
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Nursing
Prerequisites
Expanded Functions Oral Surgery Assistant
Handled all front office duties including: scheduling/confirming patients, check in/check-out, scanning/faxing, mailing/shipping, accounts receivable, daily finance reports/batch pay, payments, billing, and collections
- Discussed treatment plans with patients and calculated co-pays/estimates
- Submitted paper/electronic dental and medical insurance claims
- Ordered all office supplies, drugs, and medical equipment
- Assisted with oral surgery procedures such as: extractions, exposure and ligation, biopsies, and dental implants
- Assisted with IV sedation procedures and monitored vital signs
- Set up/break down of operatories, took digital intra-oral and panoramic x-rays, and performed all aspects of sterilization techniques
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Science
Human Services
Oral Surgery Assistant
- Successfully planned and co-taught workshops on sinus lifts and other surgical procedures
- Enthusiastically provided assistance in surgical procedures, IV sedation monitoring in an office and hospital setting
- Efficiently prepared surgical rooms and instruments utilizing aseptic techniques according to OSHA regulations
- Independently obtained a variety of precise x-rays and impressions for soft-bite plates
- Proficiently maintained inventory of surgical supplies, bone materials, restorative and laboratory materials
- Meticulously administered medicinal packing and suture removal
- Effectively entered detailed patient dental treatment plans, charting, appointments and pre-estimate insurance claims
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Medical Transport
Oral Surgery Assistant
Assisted surgeons during oral and maxillofacial procedures
- Counseled patients for both pre-operative and post-operative
- Monitored patients in the recovery room and assisted in their discharge
- Taking and developing X rays (PA, Panorex, Ceflegram)
- Duplicated models and created molds including detail finishing for oral surgery
- Cleaned and stocked surgical supplies
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Associate of Science
Oral Surgery Assistant
Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
- Assisted with or instituted emergency procedures for sudden adverse developments during sedation or procedure.
- Effectively assisted removing any impacted, damaged, or non-restorable teeth.
- Assisted with diagnosed infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with the oral mucosa.
- Assisted in a hospital setting for large orthognathic procedures.
- Followed up with patients after surgery to answer questions, check progress, and resolve any dry socket or infection issues.
- Assisted with phone calls in front office.
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Dental Assisting
Oral Surgery Assistant
Assisting with oral surgery; extraction of wisdom teeth, decayed teeth, alveoplasty and biopsies.
- Trained to work front desk and to verify insurances. Would work front desk as needed on fill-in basis.
- Worked in sterilization area as needed.
- Reviewed post-op instructions with patients.
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Oral Surgery Assistant
Followed general dental assistant procedures.
- Provided informational procedure videos to the patients.
- Performed and logged blood pressure readings.
- Collected, labeled and routed tissue samples.
- Aided in suturing and suture removal.
- Explained specific, necessary pre and post operative instructions to the patients.
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Office Manager, Oral Surgery Assistant
Office Manager, Oral Surgery Assistant
- Managed front and back office; answered phones; patient and hospital scheduling.
- Insurance and patient billing; renegotiating insurance fee schedules; post insurance and patient payments.
- Managed payments to supply vendors.
- Assisted during surgical procedures including local and sedation surgeries, dental implants, and biopsies.
- Performed all aspects of back office including ordering supplies, stocking operatories, setting up and breaking down of operatories and surgical trays.
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Dental Assisting
Business Administration
Hospital Coordinator & Oral Surgery Assistant
Scheduled hospital surgery cases
- Verified insurance coverage / completed surgical precertification
- Completed pre-surgical workups
- Requested and coordinated cardiac clearance & History and Physicals prior to surgery
- Chair side assisted in surgery cases (in office and hospital)
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High School Diploma
Radiology Certification
Oral Surgery Assistant
- Escorted patients to operatory, prepared patients for surgery, and reviewed patient's medical history.
- Assisted oral surgeon with many surgical procedures not limited to wisdom teeth extractions, implants, bone grafts, biopsies, and apicoectomies under local anesthesia and intravenous sedation.
- Took, processed, and developed occlusal, periapical and panoramic X-rays on Gendex Digital processor.
- Took alginate impressions; poured up models (on occasion).
- Answered telephone calls, scheduled appointments, and prepared patient charts.
- Ordered and stocked adequate dental supplies for practice.
- Processed insurance claims, checked patient eligibility, and posted insurance payments.
- Trained new employees and interns on the duties of front desk and oral surgery assisting.
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Medical Assistant
Surgical Technician
Dpt
Lead Dental/ Oral Surgery Assistant
Supervised all back office staff including scheduling, training, performance evaluations and holding staff accountable
- Responsible for Patient management by partnering with Dentists, providing patients with proper pre and post-treatment instructions and ensuring patient satisfaction
- Monitored patient experience by effectively reviewing sign in sheet and appointment book and making necessary adjustments to the schedule
- Responsible for ensuring sterilization of the office and equipment
- Maintained dental supplies, inventory; stock supplies in operatories, restrooms, lab, etc. as needed
- Maintained proper patient treatment records.
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Oral Surgery Assistant
Assist Dr's during various oral surgery procedures, including: extractions, biopsies, implants, hardware removal etc.
- Room new patients, and do intake accordingly.
- Take Xrays as needed for evaluations.
- Set up, break down, clean and sterilize surgical instruments appropriately.
- Order supplies as needed for surgeries and/or patient care.
- Various other office duties as required, make/answer phone calls, photocopying, faxing etc.
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Technology Institue
Oral Surgery Assistant
Assisted in all oral surgical procedures; extractions, dental implant and crown lengthening
- Assisted dental hygienist during perio maintenance, scaling and root planning procedures
- Assisted with denture and crown placement on dental implants
- Remove and placed healing abutments on dental implants
- Took digital x-rays using the Dentrix System
- Took alginate impressions and poured models for lab cases
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Oral Surgery Assistant
Sterilize and arrange instruments, prepare workstation for patients and surgeons
- Greet and escort patients to workstations, ready them for examination and treatment
- Assist patients and surgeons with protective clothing
- Assist with surgical procedures performed under local and general anesthesia including teeth removal, implants, sinus lifts, TMJ, bone grafts, exposures, apicoectomies, and biopsies
- Assist doctor with general anesthesia and intravenous sedation procedures required for root canals, extractions and bonding
- Monitor and record patients' vital signs
- Maintain dental supply inventories
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Spanish
Oral Surgery Assistant
In direct patient relations and patient care; presenting pre-operative instructions
- Prepare patients for pre-op: take temperature and blood pressure, establish patient comfort
- Give post operative care: instruct them in appropriate post treatment diet and oral hygiene
- Prepare and arrange instruments; prepare surgical trays for various types of procedures
- Operate the ultra-sonic equipment and sterilize all instruments. Managed in-house lab
- Take digital panoramic X-rays
- Knowledge of care stream software
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Dental Hygiene
Oral Surgery Assistant
Assisted multiple doctors in all aspects of oral and maxillofacial surgery; facial reconstructive surgery; facial cosmetic surgery; and dental implants.
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative care.
- X-ray and Advanced CPR certified.
- Obtained hospital privileges.
- Trained in hospital sterile techniques.
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Dental Assistant
Oral Surgery Assistant
Schedule appointments, answer phones, and do paper work.
- Keep records, appointments, treatment rendered and other recurring reports and record requirements.
- Received and prepared patient for treatment, prepares instruments, and materials for use by dentist.
- Assist Dentist with Oral Surgery Cases.
- Monitor patients' physical sate during procedures, and take vital signs.
- Operate x-ray equipment, exposing intraoral/panoramic radiographs.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained instruments and all sharp containers.
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High School Diploma
Dental Hygiene
Oral Surgery Assistant
Functioned as an assistant to an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
- Assisted with IV sedation and local anesthesia
- Took digital x-rays (iCAT, panoramic, periapical, etc)
- Performed patient discharges and surgery follow-ups
- Assisted in dental surgeries (dental implants, single tooth and third molar extractions)
- Entered patient information into Macpractice (Apple software) using iPads and iMacs
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Clinical Externship
Oral Surgery Assistant
Prepare patient, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, and assist oral surgeon during surgical procedures.
- Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by oral surgeon
- Order and monitor dental supplies and equipment inventory.
- Organize marketing and doctor referral luncheons
- Cross cover administration office positions when necessary
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High School Diploma
Certificate
Oral Surgery Assistant
Preparation of clinical treatment room prior to patient's arrival and ensuring that all instruments and equipment is ready to expedite procedure.
- Expose dental diagnostic x-rays
- Greet and prepares patients for treatment.
- Inform patients on pre-op and postoperative instructions.
- Assist Oral Surgeon with general anesthesia and IV sedation procedures.
- Records medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.
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High School Diploma
Oral Surgery Assistant
Duties included but not limited to greeting patients and making them feel comfortable, taking x-rays, assisting the doctor in daily procedures, cleaning and setting up rooms for procedures, making sure patients walk out with an unforgettable experience.
- Dental Sedation Assistant course certification
- OMSA (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Assistant) course certification
- CPR/ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) course completion.
- X-ray license
- Assisting at Kaiser and The Out Patient Surgery Center
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High School Diploma
Oral Surgery Assistant/office Administration
Patient administration, patient data base administration, patient medical records, patient medical history, adding new patients and changes.
- General office administration. (i.e. answering phones, Patient appointments, patient documentation and surgical consent forms).
- Passing of dental instruments, extractions, exposures, bonding of brackets, implants, apicoectomy, biopsy, root canal therapy, I.V./oral sedation.
- Impressions for TMJ appliances, snore guards, athletic guards, dentures, pouring/trimming models.
- Mounting of x-rays, developing x-rays, x-ray duplicates, operation of panorex equipment, TMJ films, Schick technology.
- Care of dental operatories, infection control, disinfection of operatories, sterilization of instruments, tray setups, stocking rooms, ordering of dental supplies.
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Oral Surgery Assistant
Assisted doctor with a variety of oral surgery procedures
- Assisted with TMJ treatment
- Provided doctor with proper radiographs and assisted during consultations
- Sanitized surgical room and lab after procedures
- Set up trays for a variety of procedures
- Kept inventory and placed orders for surgical supplies
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Radiation Therapy And Early Childhood Education
Oral Surgery Assistant/front Desk
Assist all oral surgeons during a variety of treatment/surgery procedures using sedation surgery or local anesthetic; extractions, implants (noble and zimmer), bone grafts, exposure and bracket, biopsy, incision and drainage, and writing chart notes.
- Hand/pass instruments during surgical procedures
- Ask about the patient's medical history and take vitals
- Chart all treatment recommended via paperless charting system (OMS Vision)
- Take digital dental radiographs (x-rays), panorex and cone beam CT (i-CAT)
- Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, clean rooms
- Check patients in by scanning in documents and necessary identification/insurance cards into paperless charting system, answer phone, schedule appointments, take payments, answer surgery questions, and enter insurance information
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Surgery
Oral Surgery Assistant/implant Coordinator
Assisting surgeons in all sedation cases such as wisdom teeth, implants, bone grafting, sinus lifts, ridge augmentations, chin grafts, jaw fractures, intraoral biopsies as well as head and neck skin biopsies, trauma cases
- Monitoring, , assessing and documenting airway class, vitals and EKG reads while documenting anesthesia records for patients during IV sedation cases as well as post-operatively
- Assisting with various types of pain control due to fractures, nerve damage and trauma (i.e. patient education, different anesthetics or further surgery)
- Daily pre-op and post op patient care Sterile technique used throughout
- Implant coordinator. Duties include preparing for upcoming implant cases with the doctors, maintaining and tracking all surgical equipment, ordering of all stock, communicating on a consistent basis with all patients prior to surgery, during their care as well as post operatively to keep them well informed and up to date with their case
- Scheduling appointments and follow up care for patients
- Daily communication with surgeons, management and office staff, to ensure quality care.
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Oral Surgery Assistant
- Review patient charts for medical history, escort patients to and from the chair and manage patient comfort
- Responsible for medication management and reconciliation
- Setup instrument trays as well as the procedure rooms
- Perform 4-handed dentistry, including passing instruments for operative and oral surgery procedures and mixing and filling materials
- Take and develop x-rays such as Periapicals and Panoramics
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Dental Assisting
Business
Facial Specialist License
Oral Surgery Assistant
Assist doctor in all aspects of oral surgery including such procedures as: wisdom teeth extractions, oral pathology, mandibular closed reductions, dental implants(Nobel), surgical extractions, bone grafts, impacted canine expose and bond, suture removal, IV sedation, and nitrous oxide sedation.
- Duties include but are not limited to the following: Monitor sedated patients, prepare operatory for procedures, sterilize instruments, maintenance of steam sterilizer and AT 2000 processor, taking and developing x-rays, reviewing pre-op/post-op instructions, thorough explanation of procedures and sedation options with patients, taking vital signs and making appropriate notations in patients record, and measuring of drugs to be used for IV sedations.
- Take alginate impressions for occlusal splints.
- Deliver, instruct, and make adjustments to occlusal splint.
- Responsible for tracking of drug log and crash cart inventory.
- Ordering of clinical supplies and keeping doctors cost at a minimum.
- Trained new clinical staff..
- Front desk duties such as: scheduling appointments, confirming insurances, checking patients in/out, etc.
- Providing excellent customer service.
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High School Diploma
Certificate
Radiology For The Dental Assistant
Scheduling Coordinator / Oral Surgery Assistant
- Coordinated Professional Relations
- Preformed multifunctional roles including chair side duties, sterilization procedures and operation preparations
- Performed administrative duties which included scheduling hospital and in office surgeries, billing, insurance, and collections
- Excel, MS Word, Publisher, XA Power-Link and Mapics
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Communications
Community Health And Development
Oral Surgery Assistant
Collect and record patient medical & dental histories accurately and efficiently from diverse populations
- Sterilize dental equipment and examination rooms in accordance with infection control policies
- Educate patients about proper oral hygiene and prevention of dental diseases
- Deliver pre-operative and post-operative care
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Nursing Program
Registered Nursing Program , Currently Enrolled
Oral Surgery Assistant
Four handed assistance with all oral surgery procedures
- Pre-operative and post-operative patient education
- Custom fitting and adjustments for all dental prosthetics
- Operatory room setup for all surgical procedures
- Sterilization of all surgical equipment
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High School Diploma
Associate of Arts
Dental Assisting/radiology
Oral Surgery Assistant
- Worked chairside assisting oral surgeon with all local and general anesthesia surgeries, including: extractions, implants, sinus lifts (both external and internal), bone grafts, and biopsies
- Preparing patients for surgery by taking vitals, answering questions and making them feel as relaxed as possible
- Efficiently manage patient records and assist office manager with patient scheduling and insurance claims
- Educate patients on postoperative care
- Maintain clean, sterile and positive environments optimizing patient comfort and safety
- Gained experience with suture placement/removal, drug administration, RX prescriptions
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High School Diploma
Oral Surgery Assistant
Assisted the surgeons in all oral surgical procedures
- Daily preparation of surgical area for procedures to include sterilization of surgical
- Captured and developed panoramic and periapical x-rays
- Post surgical room sterilization
- Prepare patients for general anesthesia
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Medical
Oral Surgery Assistant
Greet patient and prepare patient for surgery
- Setup sterilized instrument trays for procedures
- Assist doctor by passing instruments during procedures
- Take x-rays of patients teeth and area of surgery then develop
- Clean and sterilize Instrument
- Provide backup for front desk
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Nursing Program
Bachelor of Science
Oral Surgery Assistant
Assisting with all aspects of oral surgery.
- Assist with surgery using narcotic and sedative anesthetic agents.
- Recovery and discharge of patients.
- Suture removal and follow up care patient care.
- Taking panoramic and periapical x-rays.
- Office duties, billing, claims filing, making appointments.
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Oral Surgery Assistant
Assisted in all major and minor surgeries
- Consultations and pre and post-op checks including writing prescriptions and preparing all paperwork
- Radiology
- Instrument sterilization
- Surgery room set up
- Lab work including pouring impressions, model trimming, creation and articulation of TMJ splints, surgical guides and temporary retainers
- Career progression in knowledge of dental implants and systems as well as plasma technology
- Standard office duties such as answering phones, and front office assistance
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High School Diploma
Associate of Science
Vocational Degree
Maxillofacial Prosthodontist/oral Surgery Assistant
- Worked in a Hospital (operating room set-up)
- Traveled with Dentist to various hospitals
- Assisted with the reconstruction of the maxilla and mandibular arch
- Assisted Dentist in the treatment of Oral Cancer and Congenital deformities
- Assist Dentist with 1-2 week old babies born with cleft palate's
- Assisted with the treatment of suicide patient's
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Dental Assistant / Oral Surgery Assistant
Perform four-handed dentistry; expose and process radiographs.
- Assisted faculty Oral Surgeons and faculty dentists
- Assisted Oral Surgery residents and General Practice residents
- Review post-operative instructions with patients
- Assisted in operating room with developmentally disabled patients
- Assisted with extractions, bone grafts, dental implants, sinus lifts, IV sedation cases, nitrous oxide.
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High School Diploma
Oral Surgery Assistant
Review schedule for the day and set up operating room for appropriate surgery or procedure.
- Stock rooms as needed throughout the day.
- Assist the Surgeon in procedures such as Wisdom teeth extractions and Implants.
- Pull medication that is needed for the procedure to be performed.
- Keep track of drug log and make sure it is filled out correctly.
- Schedule patients for future procedures.
- Seat patients for consultations and explain the procedure and what to expect.
- Enter all Medical history into the EMR for the doctor to review.
- Take panoramic x rays of patients mouths for future procedures.
- Make calls to check on patients at the end of the day and answer any questions or concerns that they have.
- Keep a friendly and courteous attitude with all the patients at all times. Help them to feel confident and secure about the procedure that they are having done.
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Oral Surgery Assistant
Assist the dental surgeon with treating conditions, injuries and defects
- Maintained proper patient care during dental procedures
- Collect and organize patient health and dental histories
- Prepare materials and instruments for procedures
- Maintain clean and sterile environment
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Surgical Technology
Dental Radiology License
Oral Surgery Assistant/receptionist
Responsible for the training and supervision of new employees in the surgical setting
- Additional duties include sterilization of surgical instruments, setup of surgical trays, restocking of supplies and maintenance of all surgical equipment
- Prepare for surgical procedures in advance by being aware of both the doctor and patients' needs
- Assisting doctor during surgical treatment with suction and the handling of instruments
- Preoperative care including measuring and recording vitals, reviewing patient medical histories and properly attaching the necessary monitors as needed
- Postoperative care
- Taking dental radiographs
- Professionally maintaining the privacy of patient medical information within HIPAA guidelines
- Front desk duties including appointment scheduling, insurance verification and copayment collections
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High School Diploma
Clinical Team Lead/ Oral Surgery Assistant
Assist dentist and dental team to provide quality dental care to patients, while managing back office operations.
- Start and end of day procedures including but not limited to sterilization, checking waters, preparing trays, cleaning operatory
- Chair side assisting, x ray, sealants, temp crowns, keeping instruments moving through the sterilization process.
- Assist with Oral Surgery, LA and GA, extractions, bone graft, implants, gingivectomy, biopsies, bridge sectioning
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Dental Assistant
Oral Surgery Assistant
- Chairside oral surgery assisting doctor with local, laughing gas, and I.V. sedations
- Complete knowledge of oral surgery settings, sterilizations, pre-op, and post-op
- Patient education
- X-rays, extractions, consultations, and treatment planning
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Oral Surgery Assistant
Seat and dismiss patients
- Oral pre-operative instruction for IV Sedation/ General Anesthesia
- Assist with all Oral surgery procedures: Setup IV bags, take and monitor Vital signs
- Order supplies: Tanks, medications, Implants
- Maintain Equipment
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Basic Dental Assisting
Oral Surgery Assistant
- Greet patients and prepare for surgical procedures
- Prepare operatory and instruments per procedure being performed
- Assist surgeon during various types of surgical procedures
- Monitor blood pressure and heart rate, maintain an open air way and administer medication per doctors' orders
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Oral Surgery Assistant Duties and Responsibilities
Oral surgery assistants deal with a range of different duties each day, which vary depending on the organization they work for. Based on job listings we analyzed, an oral surgery assistant's duties typically involve:
Assist with Sedation Processes Oral surgery assistants prepare patients for treatment by talking them through the procedure and administering general anaesthesia and IV sedation.
Monitor Patient Vital Statistics Oral surgery assistants monitor patient vital statistics and intravenous fluids during surgery and notify the surgeon about an issue as soon as it occurs.
Update Patient Records Oral surgery assistants document each patient's treatment and progress on their records, noting any X-rays, updates to dental issues and treatments, and dental impressions or casts.
Sterilize Equipment Keeping the surgery area clean and tidy is a key aspect of an oral surgery assistant's role, so it's important that all equipment is sterilized before and after use and that all preparation areas are thoroughly cleaned to meet health and safety regulations.
Provide Post-Operation Advice After surgery, oral surgery assistants talk the patient through any complications or successes and provide them with follow-up instructions, oral hygiene advice, and postoperative care tips.
Oral Surgery Assistant Skills and Qualifications
Oral surgery assistants should have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to follow instructions accurately, and strong attention to detail. Employers usually require a high school diploma or an associate's degree, as well as the following abilities:- Organization skills - oral surgery assistants need to ensure that the right tools and equipment are set out ahead of each appointment, so organization skills are important
- Computer skills - oral surgery assistants schedule appointments and maintain patient records, and good computer skills are necessary to carry out these tasks
- Attention to detail - this job requires great attention to detail to monitor vital statistics and other issues during procedures
- Dexterity - oral surgery assistants work in tight quarters on a small area of the body, so they need the dexterity to work with precise tools and instruments safely
- Listening skills - oral surgery assistants must listen to patients and other healthcare professionals to follow instructions accurately and help treat patients
Oral Surgery Assistant Education and Training
The minimum requirement to become an oral surgery assistant is a high school diploma, although employers may prefer candidates with an associate's degree or vocational school training. To work as an oral surgery assistant, state certification exams are required and must be retaken periodically to stay up to date. Oral surgery assistants with no previous experience can often learn their skills on the job from more experienced colleagues.
Oral Surgery Assistant Salary and Outlook
The median annual salary for oral surgery assistants is around $38,000, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Oral surgery assistants in the 10th percentile earn around $26,000 annually, while the highest paid earn $53,000 a year. Some companies offer packages that reach up to $3,000 from bonus structures and up to $5,000 from profit-sharing opportunities. Over half of employers offer medical insurance as part of their benefits package, and around 25 percent offer dental coverage. The BLS predicts this sector will grow 19 percent through 2026.
Helpful Resources
We've collected some of the best resources to help you learn more about a career as an oral surgery assistant:
Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Blog - this oral and maxillofacial surgery clinic's blog is updated regularly and covers a wide range of dental topics, from sports and facial protection to dental implants
Basic Guide to Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - this book helps readers understand the role of a
dental nurse or assistant and provides an overview of oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures. As a comprehensive guide, it provides anatomy of the head and neck, strategies for pain and anxiety control, tips on equipment selection, and descriptions of complex procedures
Modern Dental Assisting - accessible language helps this book provide a great foundation for the basic and advanced skills needed to achieve clinical competence and expertise with common dental procedures. It includes full-color photographs and step-by-step instructions, as well as a companion website with interactive games and exercises Innovative Implant and Oral Surgery - this blog is a great reference guide packed with useful posts related to oral surgery, dental hygiene, and dental implants
