Job Description

About Mountain State Oral and Facial Surgery:

Mountain State Oral and Facial Surgery is a premier provider of comprehensive oral and maxillofacial surgical services, serving communities across West Virginia, Virginia, and Kentucky. With over 40 years of experience, our board-certified surgeons offer a full scope of procedures, including dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, corrective jaw surgery, and facial cosmetic surgery. Our nine conveniently located offices are equipped with advanced diagnostic and surgical tools, ensuring patients receive the highest quality care in a comfortable and compassionate environment. At Mountain State, we're not only dedicated to clinical excellence--we're also committed to fostering a workplace where employees can thrive throughout every stage of their careers. We're looking for team-oriented professionals who are passionate about growth and excellence.

Why Join Us?

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Competitive wages Low-cost medical insurance Zero-premium dental and vision insurance Employer F.S.A./H.S.A. contributions 401(k) with company match Generous PTO, paid holidays, and personal time Seasonal bonuses and company/partner discounts Employer-paid basic life insurance Voluntary insurance benefits Educational Assistance Wellness program and employee assistance program Weekday, daytime-only schedule with early-out Fridays! Pay rate based on experience
Join our growing team and be part of a practice that values both patient care and employee well-being.

Job Title:

Surgical Assistant Support (Dental)

Reports to:

Team Leader

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Position Summary:

To provide surgical support to doctors and excellent patient care.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensures current patient records Assists doctors with exams Performs X-rays on patients, as needed Reviews medical history with patients Ensures proper consent forms are signed by patient and/or guardian Prepare patient prescriptions accurately Performs blood pressure checks, EKG monitoring, Pulse Oximeter monitoring Records accurate anesthesia record charting Records accurate vital signs Maintain clear airways on sedated patients; performs suction on sedated patients Performs post-op patient monitoring, including staying with patient until caretaker arrives Assist with cleaning and preparing surgical rooms Provides support for ongoing surgeries Maintains upmost confidentiality Any duties required to maintain patient flow and any other extra duties office clinical manager assigns

Required Skills and Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent organizational skills Must be detail-oriented Must maintain professionalism at all time Must maintain training/ continuing education requirements Ability to function in fast paced and/ or stressful work environment Must adhere to company policies and procedures and safety guidelines

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent required Certificate in dental assisting and/ or surgical assisting preferred DAANCE, N2O and CPR certification preferred

Physical Requirements

Prolonged standing and walking Frequent bending and twisting Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Can physically assist patients including lifting, pulling, holding Ability to retain firm grip on instruments for extended periods of time up to 1 hour Dexterity to grab, hold, adjust, tap, feel, and pick up instruments frequently
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Family leave Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Parental leave Pet insurance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location: In person