Surgical Dental Assistant
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Dental / Dentistry
Healthcare Consultant, Dentistry / General Dentist, Dental Assistant, Dental Office
Working at Shared Practices Group means being part of a dynamic work environment where each one of our employees has the opportunity to make a difference. Our company’s purpose is to increase our patients’ access to life‑changing full arch dentistry. We value our employees as much as we value our patients.
One of our core values is “Team First,” only by serving our teammates can we render excellent service to our patients!
Our mission is to increase our patients’ access to life‑changing full arch dentistry. We take care of our teams at our practices so that they can take care of our patients! Our competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package welcome you to join our team today.
Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Surgical Dental Assistant with a minimum of 1‑2 years of relevant experience and a genuine enthusiasm for surgical procedures. The ideal candidate brings a positive, team‑oriented mindset, strong work ethic, and a dedication to helping the practice achieve its goals. This role requires someone ready to contribute from day one—playing a key role in establishing and organizing the back office, developing efficient workflows, and ensuring the sterile room is set up to support optimal patient care.
Collaboration with both clinical and administrative team members will be essential to delivering exceptional service. Additionally, this position will provide direct support to the doctor and dental lab operations.
- Review patient medical histories, obtain vital signs, and accurately document medications, medical conditions, and any relevant alerts, notifying the doctor of concerns promptly
- Set up and break down operatory equipment and instruments; ensure timely and accurate charting in compliance with regulatory standards and to support an efficient clinical schedule
- Assist the doctor chairside during a wide range of surgical and dental procedures
- Capture high‑quality CBCT and panoramic images with accuracy
- Educate patients on procedures, prescribed medications, and detailed pre‑operative and post‑operative instructions
- Clean and sterilize instruments and maintain treatment rooms according to infection control protocols
- Monitor and manage clinical inventory, ensuring necessary supplies are stocked and organized
- Provide support to front desk staff as needed, fostering a collaborative team environment
- Maintain procedural readiness by anticipating clinical needs and following chairside assisting protocols with confidence and efficiency
- Oversee basic maintenance and troubleshooting of office equipment to ensure smooth daily operations
Skills and Abilities
- Strong understanding of basic dental terminology
- Experience with inventory management and supply ordering
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