Dental Assistant

Salem Periodontal & Implant Specialists is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and detail-oriented Oral Surgery Dental Assistant – Periodontal & Implant to join our periodontal and implant specialty team.

We work 4 days a week, Monday through Thursday, from 7:20 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with a one-hour lunch break from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Position Duties

• Assist the periodontist during oral surgery, periodontal, and dental implant procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, surgical instruments, equipment, and materials for procedures.
• Assist with surgical procedures while maintaining a safe, sterile, and organized environment.
• Prepare and maintain surgical trays and instruments.
• Follow all infection-control, sterilization, OSHA, and patient-safety protocols.
• Welcome, prepare, and reassure patients before surgical and implant procedures.
• Review and document medical histories, medications, allergies, and vital signs.
• Take dental X-rays and clinical photographs as permitted by applicable regulations.
• Assist with patient monitoring during procedures and promptly communicate concerns to the doctor.
• Provide patients with clear pre-operative and post-operative instructions.
• Answer patient questions and provide compassionate support throughout the treatment experience.
• Assist with implant components, surgical materials, grafting materials, and laboratory cases.
• Maintain accurate clinical notes, charting, and treatment documentation.
• Clean, disinfect, sterilize, and properly maintain instruments and treatment areas.
• Maintain clinical supply inventory and assist with ordering supplies as needed.
• Assist with scheduling surgical appointments, follow-up visits, and patient treatment coordination.
• Communicate professionally with patients, doctors, hygienists, and the front-office team.
• Help ensure patients receive a positive, comfortable, and professional experience.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and continuing education.
• Perform other duties related to oral surgery, periodontal treatment, implants, and patient care as assigned.

Ideal Candidate

• Previous dental assisting or oral surgery assisting experience preferred.
• Periodontal, implant, or surgical dental experience is a plus.
• Compassionate and comfortable working with surgical patients.
• Dependable, organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask.
• Professional and friendly communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced specialty dental practice.
• Committed to patient safety, infection control, and excellent patient care.
• Team-oriented with a willingness to learn and grow.

Position Title

Oral Surgery Dental Assistant — Periodontal & Implant Specialty Practice

We are looking for someone who takes pride in providing excellent surgical assistance and compassionate patient care while working as part of a professional, supportive dental team.

Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flextime
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Work Location: In person