Description

As a key member of our surgical team, the Surgical Tech / Oral Surgery Assistant will prepare patients for oral surgeries, assist the surgeon during procedures, and handle sterilization and post-operative responsibilities. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. The ideal candidate thrives in a team environment and maintains a strong focus on patient care and surgical excellence.

Schedule:

Saturdays: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Mondays (first and third of each month): 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

This position will be considered casual/part-time to align with the Oral Surgery schedule.

Requirements

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Dental Assistant with surgical experience
• CPR/BLS certification
• Experience with IV sedation procedures preferred
• Knowledge of dental software systems (e.g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft) is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Summary

The Surgical Tech / Oral Surgery Assistant supports the oral surgical team by assisting with clinical
procedures, preparing and maintaining surgical equipment, and ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient
environment for patients. This dual-role position plays an integral part in delivering exceptional patient
care and maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance in a fast-paced oral surgery
practice.

• Prepare surgical operatory and equipment according to procedural requirements
• Assist oral surgeon with chairside support during surgical procedures including extractions,
  implants, biopsies, and sedation cases
• Maintain aseptic and sterile techniques throughout all procedures
• Monitor patient comfort and vital signs during procedures (if certified)
• Handle surgical instruments, suction devices, and irrigation during surgery
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments and treatment areas according to OSHA standards
• Document patient charts accurately and timely, including pre- and post-operative notes
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care instructions to patients and caregivers
• Order, stock, and track inventory of surgical supplies and materials
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and clinic protocols

Allow us to first introduce ourselves:

First Impressions Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is the largest privately owned dental practice in Wisconsin; with 11 locations serving pediatric dental and orthodontic patients of varying ages, conditions and specialized needs. We’re not shy to say that our teams get to work with the very best families around; those who seek the best care for their kids, and who appreciate the difference a specialized care approach can make.

We’re also ones to brag about the teams and co-workers we hire. We operate seamlessly across multiple locations and like to travel across locations to meet the interests and needs of our teams. This multi-office workweek approach offers great diversification (places and people) in your schedule, along with the privilege to serve multiple communities and their patients.

And we believe in a strong work-life balance because we want you to fully enjoy- and be present- in both aspects of your day. We come to work recharged with full hearts, so that we can give exemplary care to each and every patient we see. Not to mention, our staff enjoys clocking out at 1:00pm every Friday afternoon to start their weekend.

Beside competitive market pay, we emphasize the importance of offering our employees full benefit packages including medical, dental and vision insurances, 401k employee-match investments, HSA, accommodations for maternity leave and office support for new mothers, paid holidays and accumulating PTO to use at your discretion.

That’s enough about us, let’s talk about you!

We're seeking a dental assistant to elevate our already exemplary team of specialists. You’ll be the right-hand (wo)man to your dentist - working closely together in a symbiotic relationship while providing the best care for our patients. We believe every good team is a product of its contributors, and everyone plays a critical role in ensuring their team’s success.

To be successful in this position, you’ll want to have the following experiences and capabilities:

• An interest in working with kids of varying ages and abilities.

• The desire to work within- and contribute to- a strong team dynamic; our dentists and dental assistants are a close-knit bunch who anticipate each others’ needs and honor unique practice approaches.

• Attention to detail and an appreciation for organization in your workspace(s).

• Fantastic communication skills are utilized daily. You will interact with a diverse group of individuals including doctors, patients and their family.

• New graduates are highly encouraged to apply — we can’t wait to establish your professional career!

If this all sounds great to you, please send us your resume and/or personal statement letter - and let’s carry this conversation forward! When we meet, we’ll be sure to go through essential job functions (aka: what you can expect in your day-to-day schedule), discuss your and our schedule needs, and answer any questions you may have for us. Until then, feel free to check us out at fidkids.com or on social @FIDSmiles. We look forward to meeting you, and thank you for considering First Impressions.