First Assistant Surgical Tech

Grow Your Surgical Assisting Career with CDOMS

Our surgical team is growing! Capital District Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (CDOMS) is hiring experienced Dental Surgical Assistants for both full-time and part-time opportunities in Albany and Latham, NY.

If you have oral surgery experience and are ready for a role where you can strengthen your surgical skills, work alongside highly experienced Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, and build a long-term career in specialty dentistry, we’d love to meet you.

At CDOMS, you won't simply assist - you'll become an integral part of a dedicated surgical team providing advanced oral and maxillofacial care in a high-performing specialty environment.

Why Join CDOMS?

Competitive Pay:$24-26+/hour, based on experience and certifications$1,000 Sign-On Bonus:A bonus just for joining our growing teamMonthly/Performance Incentives:Additional opportunities to be rewarded for your contributionsPT or FT Opportunities:Choose the schedule that best fits your needsConsistent Daytime Hours:No late evenings or weekendsCareer Path to Lead DSA:Build your skills with opportunities to advance into a Lead Dental Surgical Assistant positionDedicated Surgical Teams:Work within an established clinical structure designed to support efficient, high-quality surgical careExperienced Oral Surgeons:Work side-by-side with highly skilled Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons and gain valuable exposure to advanced surgical proceduresHands-On Surgical Experience:Assist with wisdom teeth, surgical extractions, dental implants, IV sedation, bone grafting, and other oral surgery proceduresProfessional Development:Continuing education, hands-on learning, mentorship, and opportunities to expand your surgical expertiseModern Surgical Technology:Work with CBCT, 3D imaging, digital charting, and fully equipped surgical operatoriesStability & Patient Demand:Join an established specialty practice with a strong referral network and consistent surgical volume

Compensation Package

Full-Time Team Members:

Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match

Benefits eligibility after 30 days

Part-Time Team Members:

Paid sick time

Location & Schedule

Capital District Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons

Albany: 7 Southwoods Boulevard, Suite 1, Albany, NY 12211Latham: 11 Century Hill Drive, Suite 200, Latham, NY 12110

Practice Hours:

Monday-Thursday: 8AM-4

PMFriday: 8AM-2

PMLunch: 1-2PM Monday-Thursday No evenings or weekends

Full-time and part-time schedules are available within practice hours.

Your Role as a Dental Surgical Assistant

Prepare surgical operatories, instruments, equipment, and patient charts for procedures

Provide chairside assistance during oral surgery procedures, including wisdom teeth and surgical extractions, implant placement, bone grafting, and IV sedation

Support surgeons and anesthesia teams throughout procedures

Monitor patient comfort and assist with vitals and recovery protocols within your training and scope

Sterilize instruments and maintain strict surgical infection-control standards

Capture digital imaging and support accurate clinical documentation

Educate patients and caregivers on pre- and post-operative instructions

Maintain surgical supplies, implant materials, and treatment-room inventory

Collaborate closely with surgeons, nurses, assistants, and administrative team members to keep surgical days running efficiently

What We’re Looking For

Previous dental/oral surgery assisting experience required

Experience with wisdom teeth, surgical extractions, implants, and/or sedation strongly preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental assisting education and applicable certifications preferred

Current CPR/BLS certification

Strong understanding of sterilization and infection-control protocols

Calm, confident, and compassionate approach to surgical patient care Excellent communication and organizational skills

Dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working as part of a highly coordinated surgical team

Build More Than Experience - Build Your Career

CDOMS has served the Greater Capital Region for more than 40 years, providing advanced oral and maxillofacial surgical…