full-time 7 days ago
Surgical Assistant
Salinas Valley Dental Care
Salinas, CA 93901
25 - 35/hr
About the Practice
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Job Description
At True Bite Oral Surgery and Implant Center we help patients feel informed, comfortable, and supported throughout their surgical care. We are looking for an experienced dental / oral surgery assistant who is attentive to patients, confident with surgical preparation, and dependable when the schedule gets busy.
You will work closely with our doctors and clinical team during oral surgery and implant procedures. We invest in your development through hands-on training in advanced oral surgery and implant techniques. You’ll receive guidance and feedback to become confident and proficient in your role, with opportunities for higher pay as you master new skills and take on greater responsibilities.
What You’ll Do
Assist during implant placement, extractions, sinus lifts, and other oral surgical procedures.
Prepare treatment rooms, surgical trays, instruments, and supplies before each procedure.
Provide chairside support, including passing instruments, suctioning, and attending to patient comfort.
Follow aseptic techniques and established protocols for instrument processing, sterilization, and room turnover.
Obtain dental radiographs, including full-mouth series and CBCT images, and perform intraoral scans within your training and authorization.
Maintain accurate patient records.
Review post-operative instructions with patients and caregivers, including home care and infection prevention.
Assist the doctor and clinical team with IV sedation procedures within your training and authorized duties.
Track surgical supplies, restock treatment rooms, and help manage inventory.
Follow aseptic techniques and established protocols for instrument processing, sterilization, and room turnover.
Obtain dental radiographs, including full-mouth series and CBCT images, and perform intraoral scans within your training and authorization.
Communicate clearly with the team to keep appointments organized and patient care coordinated.
What We’re Looking For
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential.
At least two years of dental assisting experience, including one year in oral surgery.
Experience handling surgical instruments and following sterilization protocols.
Familiarity with dental terminology, patient charting, and electronic dental records.
Strong communication skills and careful attention to detail.
A calm, reassuring approach with patients who may be anxious about treatment.
Reliability, professionalism, and the ability to stay organized in a busy surgical practice.
About Our Practice
True Bite Oral Surgery and Implant Center provides advanced oral surgery and implant care using modern imaging and treatment technology. We value careful preparation, compassionate patient care, and colleagues who support one another. This position offers the opportunity to build your surgical assisting skills alongside experienced professionals.
To apply, please submit your résumé and a brief introduction describing your dental assisting and oral surgery experience.
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36.0 – 38.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off
Work Location: In person
You will work closely with our doctors and clinical team during oral surgery and implant procedures. We invest in your development through hands-on training in advanced oral surgery and implant techniques. You’ll receive guidance and feedback to become confident and proficient in your role, with opportunities for higher pay as you master new skills and take on greater responsibilities.
What You’ll Do
Assist during implant placement, extractions, sinus lifts, and other oral surgical procedures.
Prepare treatment rooms, surgical trays, instruments, and supplies before each procedure.
Provide chairside support, including passing instruments, suctioning, and attending to patient comfort.
Follow aseptic techniques and established protocols for instrument processing, sterilization, and room turnover.
Obtain dental radiographs, including full-mouth series and CBCT images, and perform intraoral scans within your training and authorization.
Maintain accurate patient records.
Review post-operative instructions with patients and caregivers, including home care and infection prevention.
Assist the doctor and clinical team with IV sedation procedures within your training and authorized duties.
Track surgical supplies, restock treatment rooms, and help manage inventory.
Follow aseptic techniques and established protocols for instrument processing, sterilization, and room turnover.
Obtain dental radiographs, including full-mouth series and CBCT images, and perform intraoral scans within your training and authorization.
Communicate clearly with the team to keep appointments organized and patient care coordinated.
What We’re Looking For
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential.
At least two years of dental assisting experience, including one year in oral surgery.
Experience handling surgical instruments and following sterilization protocols.
Familiarity with dental terminology, patient charting, and electronic dental records.
Strong communication skills and careful attention to detail.
A calm, reassuring approach with patients who may be anxious about treatment.
Reliability, professionalism, and the ability to stay organized in a busy surgical practice.
About Our Practice
True Bite Oral Surgery and Implant Center provides advanced oral surgery and implant care using modern imaging and treatment technology. We value careful preparation, compassionate patient care, and colleagues who support one another. This position offers the opportunity to build your surgical assisting skills alongside experienced professionals.
To apply, please submit your résumé and a brief introduction describing your dental assisting and oral surgery experience.
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36.0 – 38.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Surgery
• Autoclaving
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
• Hand hygiene
• Surface decontamination
• Autoclaving
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
• Hand hygiene
• Surface decontamination
About Salinas Valley Dental Care
Salinas Valley Dental Care provides top-rated cosmetic and general dentistry services in Salinas, CA. They pride themselves on quality care, patient comfort, modern technology, in-house specialists, patient conveniences, and patient education. Their upcoming expansion shows their commitment to serving their growing patient family better.