Oral Surgery Dental Assistant (Newark)
Hours: Full-time | Monday–Friday
Website: christianaoms.com Who We Are The Christiana Center for Oral Surgery & Dental Implants is dedicated to exceptional surgical care delivered in a warm, supportive, patient‑centered environment. We partner closely with referring dentists to ensure seamless communication, clinical excellence, and an outstanding patient experience. Our team culture is built on professionalism, teamwork, continuous learning, and genuine compassion for the patients we serve. We are growing and seeking a hardworking, detail‑oriented, compassionate, and team‑oriented Surgical Assistant to support our oral surgeons and help us continue delivering world‑class care. Previous oral surgery experience is a plus, but we are happy to train the right individual who has strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to patient safety, and a desire to grow clinically. What You’ll Do As a Surgical Assistant, you will support our surgeons through all phases of oral surgery care—preoperative preparation, chairside assistance during procedures, and postoperative support. You will help maintain sterile technique, manage instrumentation, monitor patient status, obtain radiographs, and accurately document clinical information. Key responsibilities include: Performing preoperative and postoperative duties to support patient careVerifying patient identity and operative sitesReviewing the planned surgical procedure with the surgeonMaintaining aseptic technique throughout proceduresKeeping the operative field visible using retractors, sponges, suction, and irrigationEnsuring necessary supplies, instruments, and equipment are available and preparedOperating sterilization equipment and managing sterile/non‑sterile instrumentsMonitoring patient status during proceduresObtaining dental radiographs and imagingCompleting accurate and detailed clinical narrativesPerforming other related duties as assigned What You Bring High school diploma or equivalentBLS certification (or ability to obtain within 1 month of hire)At least one year of related experience preferredDAANCE certification preferredLicensed dental assistant preferredRadiology certification preferredBasic computer skillsBasic knowledge of medical terminologyStrong teamwork and ability to work independentlyGood judgment and critical‑thinking abilityPassion for patient safety and maintaining aseptic standardsExcellent manual dexterityStrong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous careExceptional listening skills and ability to follow instructions quickly What We Offer We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports your well‑being, financial security, and work–life balance, including: Competitive pay with bonus potential and annual merit reviewsMedical, Dental, and Vision coverage (including Virtual Care)Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP health plans401(k) plan with company matchBasic and supplemental life insurance (including spouse/child options)Long‑term and short‑term disability plansPaid Vacation (starting at 2 weeks), Paid Sick Time, and 6 Paid Holidays2 weeks of Paid Parental LeaveUniforms/scrubs providedEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status.
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