Oral Surgery Assistant

DMC Harper University Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits Statement

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: 
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)  
• Career development and continuing education opportunities  
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Under physician and/or manager supervision, utilizes skills and independent judgment acquired via schooling, certification, and/or on the job training to assist the Oral Surgeons to perform oral surgery procedures efficiently. 

Scrubs on all types of Oral Surgery procedures, handles surgical instruments and materials, anticipates the needs of the Oral Surgeon and assists as directed for both local and general anesthesia. 

Provides general chair-side assistance (draping patients, suctioning, retraction, sponging, chinning, etc.) and anticipates Oral Surgeon needs for treatment specified for local and general anesthesia.

Prepares for scheduled operative procedures assuring that necessary equipment, instruments and supplies are available and ready to use.

Maintains a clean and safe treatment room. Removes dressings and sutures. 

Performs point of care glucose testing per physician orders. Performs dental radiography to insure radiation health and safety, film exposure and processing.

Provides coverage of clerical functions, such as answering phones, providing front desk support, etc. 

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Certified Dental Assistant, or a minimum of three years of dental assisting experience with certification of completing the Michigan Dental Assisting Radiography Program.

3. BLS certification. 

Facility Description

DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.

EEO Statement

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