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Surgical Assistant – Oral Surgery
Paradigm Oral Health. Aid oral surgeons with precision during surgical procedures .
Posted 10/27/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $24 - $32 per hourWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in assisting oral surgeons during procedures while ensuring patient safety and meticulous documentation. Proficient in handling advanced surgical equipment and maintaining sterile environments, with strong teamwork and critical thinking skills.
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 Radiograph AcquisitionManual Dexterity
Soft Skills
TeamworkIndependent WorkGood JudgmentCritical ThinkingExceptional Attention to Detail
Tools & Technologies
Surgical EquipmentRadiographic Equipment
Certifications & Qualifications
BLS CertificationDAANCE CertificationRadiology Certification
Industry Keywords
Oral SurgeryDental AssistantPatient MonitoringReferring Dentists Relationships
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
- Craft detailed patient narratives
- Support exceptional oral surgery and patient care
- Build strong relationships with referring dentists
- May travel to other locations
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
- Authorized to work in the United States
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive Pay
- 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