Oral Surgery Assistant
About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: AZ03 Scottsdale - SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85255Position Type: FT1Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 HourlyThe following position is for employment with:
The Pogue Center
8535 East Hartford Dr, Suite 100 Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Oral Surgery Assistant
The Pogue Center | North Scottsdale, Arizona
The Pogue Center is a premier Oral Surgery and Med Spa practice in North Scottsdale, specializing in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Cosmetic Surgery. We are a well-established, single-doctor practice with an experienced, collaborative team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.
We are seeking an experienced Oral Surgery Assistant to join our team and work alongside our two highly skilled surgical assistants. The ideal candidate is confident in a surgical environment, compassionate with patients, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of clinical care.
Position Overview
This is a full-time, Tuesday–Friday position with no evenings or weekends. The successful candidate will assist Dr. Pogue with a wide range of advanced oral surgery and facial cosmetic procedures, including:
Ridge augmentation and sinus lift procedures
Surgical extractions
Bone grafting
Orthognathic surgery
Facial cosmetic procedures
IV sedation procedures
Responsibilities
Assist Dr. Pogue throughout surgical procedures
Prepare patients for surgery and provide comprehensive pre- and post-operative instructions
Conduct patient consultations and review surgical consents
Obtain diagnostic radiographs and CBCT scans
Assist with IV sedation and monitor patient vital signs
Recognize and appropriately respond to medical emergencies
Prepare and maintain surgical rooms and instruments
Sterilize instruments and maintain strict infection-control standards
Follow OSHA and office safety protocols
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
Monitor and order clinical supplies as needed
Provide exceptional patient care throughout the surgical experience
Qualifications
Required
Minimum of 1 year of oral surgery assisting experience
Current X-ray certification
Current CPR/BLS certification
Experience with charting and dental practice-management software
Strong clinical skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Professional appearance and demeanor
Dependable, organized, and team-oriented work ethic
Preferred, but not required
IV Sedation Certification
DAANCE Certification
What We Offer
Competitive compensation based on experience
Consistent Tuesday–Friday schedule
No evenings or weekends
Paid Time Off
Medical and dental insurance options
Retirement plan
Uniform allowance
Med Spa benefits
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Established, well-respected practice
Opportunity to work alongside an experienced surgical team
A positive, professional workplace where your skills and contributions are valued
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees may be required to climb or balance (up to 3 feet) in order to obtain information and supplies necessary to complete their job duties. Occasional stooping, kneeling and crouching may be required.
Extensive standing and walking. Assist in lifting and mobilization of patients.
Additionally, occasional lifting and carrying boxes, supplies up to 25 pounds may be required. Furthermore, close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) is required.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work constantly with other employees, patients and doctors. Work inside (air-controlled environment).
Attend to different tasks simultaneously.
Join Our Team
If you are an experienced Oral Surgery Assistant who takes pride in delivering exceptional surgical support and compassionate patient care, we would love to hear from you.
The Pogue Center is looking for a dedicated professional to become an integral part of our growing team.
Full-Time | Tuesday–Friday | North Scottsdale
Only qualified candidates will be considered.
Qualifications
Company at a glance
Oral Surgery Associates of North Texas has a team of four oral surgeons.
Dr. Colin S. Bell, Dr. Douglas J. Dingwerth, Dr. Maxwell D. Finn and Dr. William R. Walstad work closely together to provide the utmost quality care and well-being of our patients.
Oral Surgery Associates of North Texas, practices a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from dental implant surgery and wisdom tooth removal to corrective jaw surgery. This also includes techniques designed to rebuild bone structure with minimal surgical intervention and optimal patient comfort. We can also diagnose and treat facial pain, facial injuries, and fractures.
Oral and maxillofacial surgery requires additional years of hospital-based surgical and anesthesia training after graduation from dental school. As oral and maxillofacial surgeons, our doctors manage a wide variety of problems relating to the mouth, teeth and facial regions.
Our staff is trained in assisting with Intravenous (IV) sedation or outpatient general anesthesia in our state-of-the-art office setting. Patients are continuously monitored during and after surgery.
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