JOB DETAILS

Surgical Assistant - Periodontics

CompanyParadigm Oral Surgery
LocationSouth Portland
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 15, 2026
About The Company
Paradigm Oral Health is dedicated to providing clinically excellent, patient focused oral health care with exceptional outcomes. Paradigm’s uniqueness comes from their ability to hire the most elite oral surgeons in the country and train them on their proprietary platform of excellence.
About the Role

Dental Assistant - Periodontics

Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery



Location: COREY+THEN Periodontics and Dental Implants | Portland, ME

Hours: Full-time Monday-Friday

Position Highlights: 
Corey + Then is looking for an outgoing individual who is passionate about providing outstanding patient care! We are looking for a fun, hardworking team player to share our dedication to exceptional periodontics and oral surgery in a comforting environment where we prioritize patient needs through collaboration with their general dentist. Your role as a surgical assistant is pivotal, aiding surgeons with precision during procedures and meticulously documenting patient care. From preoperative tasks to maintaining sterile environments, your expertise ensures smooth operations. Engage in strategic discussion with surgeons, monitor patient status, and handle advanced equipment with finesse. At Corey + Then, we are a close-knit team with ongoing social events and outings. Both experienced and new grads are encouraged to apply! 
 

What We Offer: 
We prioritize your personal and professional well–being, covering aspects from health to financial and social welfare. 

  • Certification and Licensure Reimbursement
  • Competitive Pay - including annual merit review and bonus opportunities 
  • PTO, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, and Paid Parental Leave
  • Scrubs provided
  • Health, Dental, Vision, with HSA Option
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match 
  • Employee Assistance Program and National Discount/Rewards Program

Required Qualifications:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent 
  • ACLS and BLS Certifications (or ability to complete within 1 month of hire)
  • Radiography license (or ability to complete within 3 months of hire)
  • Basic computer proficiency.
  • Strong teamwork and independent work capabilities, demonstrating good judgement and critical thinking
  • Passion for ensuring safety and exceptional attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulousness.
  • Excellent manual dexterity and superior listening skills, especially in emergency scenarios.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1-2 years dental experience is preferred
  • DAANCE Certification is a plus
  • DANB Dental Assistant Certification is beneficial
  • Expanded Function Dental Assistant License is a plus


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.


Key Skills
Patient CareTeamworkCritical ThinkingAttention To DetailManual DexterityListening SkillsComputer Proficiency
Categories
Healthcare
Benefits
Certification And Licensure ReimbursementCompetitive PayPTOSick LeavePaid HolidaysPaid Parental LeaveScrubs ProvidedHealthDentalVisionShort- And Long-Term DisabilityLife Insurance401(k) With Company MatchEmployee Assistance ProgramNational Discount/Rewards Program
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
As a surgical assistant, you will aid surgeons during procedures and meticulously document patient care. Your role includes preoperative tasks, maintaining sterile environments, and monitoring patient status.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
187
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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