Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery Job at Fishbein Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Vernon, CT

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  • Fishbein Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Vernon, CT

Job Description

Dental Assistant – Oral Surgery (Surgical Assistant)Location: Vernon + Southington, CT (potential travel between locations may be required)Hours: Full-time (30+ hours/week) | Monday–Friday (flexible 4-5 days/week)Website: fishbeinoralsurgery.com

Who We Are

At Fishbein Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, we are committed to delivering exceptional oral and maxillofacial surgical care in a professional, patient-focused environment. Our team partners closely with referring providers to ensure seamless, high-quality care, with a strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and clinical excellence. Our team culture is built on professionalism, teamwork, continuous learning, and genuine compassion for the patients we serve.

We are growing and seeking an experienced, detail‑oriented, and compassionate Surgical Assistant who can step in confidently and contribute immediately in a fast-paced surgical setting. This role is best suited for someone with prior hands-on oral surgery and IV sedation experience who thrives in a collaborative, high-performance team.

What You’ll Do

As a Surgical Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting our surgeon during all phases of care, with a strong focus on chairside surgical and sedation support.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting with oral surgery procedures, including extractions, implants, and related surgical treatmentsSupporting IV sedation cases, including patient preparation, monitoring, and recoveryMaintaining strict aseptic and infection control protocolsPreparing and managing surgical instruments, equipment, and operatoriesMonitoring patient vital signs and status during proceduresObtaining dental radiographs and imagingProviding pre- and post-operative patient care and instructionsAccurately documenting clinical notes and surgical detailsEnsuring compliance with all clinical and safety standardsPerforming other related duties as assigned

What You Bring

Prior hands-on oral surgery assisting experience, including IV sedation cases (required)Ability to work efficiently and confidently in a fast-paced surgical environment with minimal ramp-upBLS certification (required)ICE certification (required)Radiology certification (DANB RHS or equivalent) requiredDAANCE certification strongly preferredStrong knowledge of surgical instrumentation, sterilization, and infection controlExcellent patient care skills with a calm, professional demeanorStrong attention to detail, critical thinking, and ability to anticipate surgeon needsReliable, team-oriented, and adaptable

What We Offer

We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports your well‑being, financial security, and work–life balance, including:

Competitive pay with bonus potential and annual merit reviewsMedical, Dental, and Vision coverage (including Virtual Care)HSA with high-deductible health plansPTO, Paid Sick Time, and Paid HolidaysPaid Parental Leave401(k) with company matchLife and disability insuranceUniforms/scrubs providedEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status.

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Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours

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