Surgical Assistant

Job Title

Surgical Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Periodontics

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Dallas, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all pers p ectives, talents & lived experience s . Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service .

Who we are

A part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Texas A&M School of Dentistry in Dallas was founded in 1905 and is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education. As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

We are looking for a Surgical Assistant to serve in the Periodontics and Endodontics department. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire's experience.

Work Schedule/Location: Located in Dallas, Texas, this is an on-site role with a typical schedule of Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm.

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Education: High School graduation or equivalent combination of training and experience

Experience: Two years of experience in a dental surgeon's office

Licenses/Certifications: Registered Dental Assistant in Texas and CPR certified
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of spreadsheet, presentation, and word processing software programs. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to plan and organize effectively.

The well-qualified candidate will also possess a Bachelor's degree and five years of experience in a dental surgeon's office.

Responsibilities

Clinical: Coordinate doctor and clinic schedules with patient records. Prepare patients and assists during periodontal surgery and assists with monitoring sedated patients. Record pertinent clinic data including blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, and diagnostic aids. Perform indirect patient care procedures to include preparing the patient and treatment room for the specific type of appointment. Respond to student and patient inquiries regarding clinical policies and dental procedures not requiring the advice of a dentist. Provide radiographic services and assist with oral photography. Operate dental radiograph equipment to take intra oral radiographs. Assist in obtaining pre-treatment and post insertion photographic records to include retraction and mirror positioning. Provide direct chairside assistance to graduate students during the examination and treatment of patients. Utilize four handed dentistry procedures and suction and retraction needs are anticipated and performed without interfering with the vision or access of the graduate student. Perform disinfection/sterilization of the operatory, instruments and equipment according to OSHA and local policy and procedure. Use recommended infection control procedures at all times. Prepare dental materials and instruments for procedures and ensure the setups are appropriate for the dental procedure performed. Prepare, mix and assist in the use of the various materials, following manufacturer guidelines. Package tissue and biopsy specimens and sends to pathology laboratory. Change dressings, clean wounds or surgical sites, and remove sutures as directed by the graduate student in compliance with TSBDE rules. Provide patient information to families, including written and oral post-operative care instructions.

Administration: Oversee and ensure the cleanliness and sterility of exam and treatment rooms are maintained at the highest standards to prevent the spread of infection and ensure protocols are followed. Monitor supplies in the patient care rooms and nurses' stations to ensure supplies are always available as needed for patient care and to support compliance requirements.

Communication: Serve as a liaison between patient and providers. Communicate respectfully and in a timely manner with team members, patients and patient family members.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

12-15 days of annual paid holidays

Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Living Well , a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.