Surgical Technician chez U.S. Oral Surgery Management

Description

The following position is for employment with:

Esmail Oral, Facial, and Dental Implant Surgery

3136 Squalicum Pkwy STE B, Bellingham, WA 98225

Oral Surgery Assistant Job Description and Duties:

Are you passionate about patient care and surgical excellence? We’re seeking a dedicated Oral Surgery Assistant to support our oral surgeon in delivering top-tier care before, during, and after procedures. If you're organized, compassionate, and eager to grow in a fast-paced surgical environment, we’d love to meet you!

What You’ll Do

• Assist with surgical procedures, including operatory setup, anesthesia monitoring, and post-op care
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment following strict safety protocols
• Take and operate X-rays, CBCT, and intraoral scans
• Educate patients on oral health, treatment plans, and recovery expectations
• Maintain accurate dental records and charts
• Monitor and replenish surgical supplies and medications
• Coordinate with other offices and manage administrative tasks like scheduling and filing
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, and Washington State regulations

What We’re Looking For

• Strong knowledge of surgical equipment and techniques
• Excellent communication and patient care skills
• Ability to stay calm and professional under pressure
• Detail-oriented with great time management
• Comfortable working closely with patients and in a team setting

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of dental assisting experience preferred not required
• Registered Dental Assistant Certification (within 30 days of hire)
• DAANCE Certification (within first year) will work on this after 6 months of employment
• ACLS Certification (within first year) will work on this after 6 months of employment
• BLS Certification (required until ACLS is obtained)
• Hepatitis B & TB vaccinations and titers

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• 8–10 hours/day of standing, walking, lifting, and assisting patients
• PPE required (gloves, masks, face shields, PAPR)
• Exposure to biohazards and infectious materials
• Black scrubs and athletic shoes required
• Mostly indoor work with occasional patient discharge outdoors
• Assisting patients after sedation, must be able to lift and push patients in wheelchair

Schedule & Travel

• Monday–Friday, 32–40 hours/week
• Occasional travel to support other offices locally and nationally

Why Join Us?

We’re more than a surgical team—we’re a supportive community that values growth, excellence, and compassion. You’ll gain hands-on experience, earn certifications, and be part of a practice that invests in your future.

ABOUT US ORAL SURGERY MANAGEMENT

By joining US Oral Surgery Management (USOSM), you become part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization made up of best-in-class Oral and Maxillofacial practices. Together, we have the POWER to achieve more, by creating a positive impact on the communities we serve and reinforcing our position as a top leader in the industry. We believe in the POWER of teamwork, where every member contributes to our collective success. Whether you're in clinical operations, administration, support services, etc., your role is crucial to achieving our shared mission: fueling innovation and clinical excellence, while driving worthwhile outcomes for our practices.

Our POWER Values form the foundation of our ability to deliver exceptional healthcare experiences and achieve sustainable growth.

Passion for Patient Care

Outstanding Results

Winning Attitude

Embracing Continuous Improvement

Respect for Self and Others

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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