Dental Surgical Assistant

Step Into a Surgical Role That Truly Makes a Difference

Ready to take your dental assisting career into oral surgery
? Capital District Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (CDOMS) is hiring a Dental Surgical Assistant to join our high-performing oral surgery team. With over 40 years of excellence serving the Greater Albany region, CDOMS is the trusted referral destination for implants, wisdom teeth, IV sedation, and complex oral surgery.

If you’re detail-oriented, calm under pressure, and eager to grow in a true surgical environment
, this is your opportunity.

• 💰 $18–$23/hr
  , based on experience & certifications
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  Full-time benefits
  : medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life & disability insurance
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  Generous PTO
  : 3 weeks + 8 paid holidays
• ⏰
  Built-in 1-hour lunch break (1–2 PM daily)
• 📚
  CE opportunities, mentorship & surgical skill development
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  Advanced oral surgery setting
  : CBCT, 3D imaging, digital charting
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  Team-based care
  : 3 assistants per pod + dedicated nursing support
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  High patient volume = strong hands‑on experience

• Chairside assisting during oral surgery procedures (implants, extractions, IV sedation)
• Prepare surgical rooms, instruments, and patient charts
• Assist anesthesia team and monitor patient comfort
• Take and process digital x-rays and CBCT imaging
• Sterilize instruments following strict surgical protocols
• Manage surgical inventory and implant tracking
• Provide clear pre‑ and post‑op instructions to patients
• Maintain accurate electronic documentation

• ✔ High school diploma or equivalent
• ✔ 1+ year of dental assisting experience (oral surgery preferred)
• ✔ CODA‑accredited DA program (preferred)
• ✔ DANB CDA / ICE / RHS certifications (preferred)
• ✔ Oral Surgery Assistant certification (a plus)
• ✔ CPR/BLS certified
• ✔ Calm, professional chairside manner
• ✔ Strong attention to detail & teamwork mindset

Capital District Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons is a premier specialty practice known for clinical excellence, advanced technology, and compassionate care. Our surgeons maintain hospital privileges at St. Peter’s Hospital and work closely with referring providers throughout the region. With 130+ reviews and a 4.9‑star rating
, CDOMS is proud to be a leader in oral surgery.

Apply today and join a surgical team that invests in your growth
, values your skills, and gives you the opportunity to build a long‑term specialty career in oral surgery.