Oral Surgery Assistant Jobs

Oral Surgery Assistants play a crucial role in the dental industry, ensuring that oral surgical procedures are carried out efficiently and safely. They support Oral Surgeons during surgeries by providing instruments, helping with patient care and maintaining sterile environments. Their responsibilities also include taking patient histories, assisting with sedation procedures, and pre- and post-operative patient education. They are instrumental in providing comfort and assurance to patients, and must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Important skills for an Oral Surgery Assistant include a comprehensive understanding of dental procedures, excellent hand-eye coordination, the ability to multitask and keep calm under pressure. They should be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and may also need certification for Dental Anesthesia Assistant National Certification Examination (DAANCE). Prior to becoming an Oral Surgery Assistant, a person may have roles such as a Dental Assistant, Registered Dental Assistant, or Dental Hygienist. These roles provide the necessary experience and knowledge needed in oral surgery practices.

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An outstanding oral surgery assistant should have an excellent understanding of oral surgery procedures and exceptional hand-eye coordination....

EyeCare Partners is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Surgical Assistant II

An outstanding oral surgery assistant should have an excellent understanding of oral surgery procedures and exceptional hand-eye coordination....

Oral Surgical Assistant

To be successful as an oral surgery assistant, you should be highly organized and attentive to patients' needs. Surgical Responsibilities: Assist Surgeon during consultations and treatment....

Surgical Technologist

  • Fargo, ND
  • 3 days ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 3 days ago

Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement...

Oral Surgeon Assistant

  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Western Dental- Oral Surgeon Assistants perform their responsibilities as dental auxiliaries in accordance with the state Dental Practice Act. Experienced Oral Surgeon Assistants are responsible...

Oral Surgeon Assistant

  • Melbourne, FL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 16 hours ago

Western Dental- Oral Surgeon Assistants perform their responsibilities as dental auxiliaries in accordance with the state Dental Practice Act. Experienced Oral Surgeon Assistants are responsible...

Oral Surgeon Assistant

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 17 hours ago

Western Dental- Oral Surgeon Assistants perform their responsibilities as dental auxiliaries in accordance with the state Dental Practice Act. Experienced Oral Surgeon Assistants are responsible...

Oral Surgeon Assistant

  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 6 days ago

Western Dental- Oral Surgeon Assistants perform their responsibilities as dental auxiliaries in accordance with the state Dental Practice Act. Experienced Oral Surgeon Assistants are responsible...

Oral Surgery Assistant

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 hours ago

We are looking for an experienced oral surgery assistant to join our team. Must have prior dental experience. This position averages 25-30 hours per week. M, T, Th, F....

Oral Surgery Assistant

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 8 hours ago

Our established surgical team is seeking to add a full time Oral Surgery Assistant to join us!!...

Travel Surgical Technologist - Adult Cardiothoracic $2960/wk

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 13 hours ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Adult Cardiothoracic surgical tech for a travel assignment in PA. Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a travel surgical...

Travel Surgical Technologist - Adult Cardiothoracic $2280/wk

  • Rochester, NY
  • 13 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 13 hours ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Adult Cardiothoracic surgical tech for a travel assignment in NY. Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a travel surgical...

Travel Surgical Technologist - General $2200/wk

  • Escondido, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced General surgical tech for a travel assignment in CA. Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a travel surgical technician or travel...

Travel Surgical Technologist - General $1620/wk

  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced General surgical tech for a travel assignment in DC. Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a travel surgical technician or travel...

Oral Surgery Assistant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Opioids and Surgery
Opioids play an important role in facilitating recovery and return to function after surgery. However, it is now well-established that surgery is a risk factor for persistent postoperative opioid...
Oral Communication in Spanish
A second-year intermediate course that includes vocabulary enhancement and limited review of selected points of grammar. Focuses on listening comprehension and speaking, with group activities,...
Language Testing During Awake Brain Surgery
Language representation in the brain can be studied by testing language during awake brain surgery. In this course, you will get to know the importance of neurolinguistics and awake brain surgery...

Salary for Oral Surgery Assistant Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireDental research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Oral Surgery Assistants offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
33.3%
High School or GED
24.0%
Associate's Degree
16.1%
Bachelor's Degree
15.4%
Doctorate Degree
5.4%
Some College
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.1%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Oral Surgery Assistants
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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