Oral Surgical Assistant

Description:

About Allied OMS

Allied OMS is a doctor-owned, doctor-led, and doctor-governed management services organization (MSO) in the oral and maxillofacial surgery space that combines the best of private practice with the best of private equity.

Leveraging decades of experience building platform businesses in the healthcare industry and collectively owned by member surgeons, private equity, and management consulting veterans, Allied OMS offers essential tools for maximizing practice value.

Grounded in clinical excellence, doctors in the Allied OMS network maintain essential roles in management, governance, and clinical practice and participate directly in the platform's growth. Seventy-five percent of the Allied OMS board of directors are doctor members, and Allied OMS doctors lead 100% of the platform's management committees.

Founded in 2020 in partnership with DuneGlass Capital, a healthcare services-focused independent sponsor, the Allied OMS network now includes 83 doctors serving patients from 49 locations in Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana,

Maryland, Michigan, New York, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

Position Summary: We seek a dedicated and detail-oriented Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our dynamic team At Hill & Ioppolo Oral & Dental Implant Surgery of Lubbock. In this role, you will support our oral surgeons critically, ensuring efficient workflow and delivering exceptional patient care throughout the surgical process. The ideal candidate will be passionate about patient comfort and safety, with strong technical skills and a collaborative spirit.

Requirements:

Front Desk / Administrative:

• Greet and check in patients warmly, ensuring a professional and caring first impression.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and manage the surgical calendar.
• Verify insurance coverage, collect co-pays, and explain treatment plans or financial responsibilities when needed.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in our practice management software.
• Communicate effectively with referring offices, patients, and internal staff.
• Ensure the front office remains organized, clean, and patient-ready at all times.

Clinical / Surgical Assisting:

• Prepare operatories and surgical trays for procedures including extractions, implants, and IV sedation cases.
• Provide chairside assistance during surgical procedures, including suctioning, instrument transfer, and patient monitoring.
• Sterilize instruments and follow OSHA and infection control standards meticulously.
• Take digital X-rays and CBCT scans as directed by the surgeon.
• Provide post-operative instructions to patients and assist with follow-up appointments.
• Track surgical supplies and assist in maintaining inventory levels.

Other Essential Qualifications:

• Time Management: Excels at directing one's own time and the time of others
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
• Responds creatively and constructively with solutions to problems
• Maintains the highest level of confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA standards
• Adheres to strict safety guidelines and procedures to OSHA and office standards
• Flexible and willing to perform the duties of others in their absence

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods
• Moderate noise levels from dental and other office equipment
• Comfortable medical office/lab setting
• Hand dexterity and typing skills to work with standard software programs provided

Experience and Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Texas Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license required.
• CPR/BLS certification required; DAANCE certification preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of dental or oral surgery experience (including front desk and assisting).
• Proficiency in dental software is highly preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a commitment to exceptional patient care.

Benefits:

• 401 (k)
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance