Surgical Assistant

Paradigm Oral Health

. Aid oral surgeons with precision during surgical procedures .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeWestfield • New Jersey • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $27 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in assisting oral surgeons during procedures while maintaining sterile environments and ensuring patient safety. Proficient in documenting patient care and handling advanced surgical equipment with meticulous attention to detail.

Highest-signal resume keywords

BLS CertificationOral Surgery ExperienceDAANCE CertificationLicensed Dental AssistantRadiology Certification

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Hard Skills

Patient Care DocumentationPreoperative TasksSterile Environment MaintenanceAdvanced Surgical Equipment HandlingVital Radiographs Acquisition

Soft Skills

TeamworkIndependent WorkCritical ThinkingAttention to DetailListening Skills

Tools & Technologies

Surgical EquipmentRadiology Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS CertificationDAANCE CertificationRadiology Certification

Industry Keywords

Oral SurgeryDental AssistantPatient MonitoringEmergency ScenariosE-Verify Authorization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Aid oral surgeons with precision during surgical procedures
Document patient care meticulously
Perform preoperative tasks
Maintain sterile environments
Participate in strategic discussions with surgeons
Monitor patient status
Handle advanced surgical equipment
Obtain vital radiographs
Create detailed patient narratives
Deliver excellent patient care
Build strong relationships with referring dentists

Requirements

What you’ll need

A high school diploma or equivalent
BLS Certification (or completed within 1 month of hire)
Strong teamwork and independent work capabilities, demonstrating good judgment and critical thinking
Passion for ensuring safety and exceptional attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulousness
Basic computer proficiency
Excellent manual dexterity and superior listening skills, especially in emergency scenarios
Previous oral surgery experience is beneficial
DAANCE certification is desirable
Licensed dental assistant status is preferred
Radiology certification is a plus
Authorization to work in the United States, verified through E-Verify

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus potential
Annual Merit Reviews
Paid Time Off
401k Plan w/Company Match
Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP health plans
Medical (including Virtual Care), Dental and Vision Coverage
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Short & Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
BLS/CPR Certification
Career Path Advancement to Clinical or Management positions
National Discount and Rewards Marketplace
Supportive culture
Work-life balance