Part Time Surgical Assistant

Paradigm Oral Health
Salt Lake City, UT, US
Part-time

Role and Responsibilities

The Surgical Assistant will help surgeons during surgery by performing duties such as tissue retraction, intravenous lines, and completing documentation.

  • Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to facilitate patient care.
  • Verifies the identity of patients and operative sites.
  • Discusses with surgeon the nature of the surgical procedure including operative consent and methods of operative exposure.
  • Monitors and maintains aseptic technique throughout procedures.
  • Maintains an unobstructed operative field using surgical retractors, sponges, and suctioning and irrigating equipment.
  • Determines availability of necessary equipment and supplies for operative procedures.
  • Obtains and inspects sterile and non-sterile surgical equipment, supplies and instruments.
  • Operates sterilization devices.
  • Monitors patient intraoperative status.
  • Obtains dental radiographs and dental imaging.
  • Completes patient clinical narratives.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • BLS certification required or the ability to complete within 1 month of hire.
  • At Least one year of related experience preferred.
  • DAANCE certification preferred.
  • Licensed dental assistant preferred.
  • Radiology certification preferred.

Skills and Abilities

  • Basic computer knowledge.
  • Ability to work well in a team and individually.
  • Good Judgment and critical thinking skills.
  • Passion for keeping people safe.
  • Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job.
  • Excellent manual dexterity.
  • Superior listening skills with the ability to quickly comprehend instructions in emergency situations.
  • Basic knowledge of medical terminology.

CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS

Medical (including Virtual Care), Dental, and Vision Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Uniforms / Scrubs provided

FINANCIAL WELL-BEING

Competitive pay, Bonus potential, and annual merit reviews

401(k) Plan w / Company Match

Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP health plans

LIFE INSURANCE

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

Spouse and Child Life Insurance

TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE

Paid Vacation (Starting at 2 weeks) and 6 Annual Paid Holidays

Employer Sponsored Short Term Disability

Long and Short Term Disability Plans

30+ days ago
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