Massachusetts General Hospital

Accurately prepares each room with equipment and supplies and assists with oral surgical procedures including taking vital signs, digital images and x-rays and reviewing post-operative instruction to patients.. Exposes x-rays; ensures that x-rays are of adequate diagnostic quality.. Knowledge of Universal PrecautionsKnowledge of Dental RadiologyKnowledge of head and neck anatomy & physiologyKnowledge of aseptic techniquesKnowledge of chair-side assistingKnowledge of basic CPRKnowledge of complications and emergencies during general anesthesiaKnowledge of surgical assistant duties for dental implant placementKnowledge of Laser Safety topics Valid Dental Assistant License from the Board of Registration in Dentistry for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required.. Successfully obtain Dental Anesthesia Assistant National Certification Examination (DAANCE) through the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons within the first 12 months of employment.. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS: Certifications: Required: Radiology and BLS CertificationDental Anesthesia Assistant National Certification Examination (DAANCE) through the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons within the first 12 months of employment.

surgical assistant

Maxillofacial Surgical Assistant -(3288612)DescriptionWorking under general direction of the Practice Manager, the incumbent is responsible for effectively communicating with the oral surgery team while assisting during all phases of the clinical sessions. Accurately prepares each room with equipment and supplies and assists with oral surgical procedures including taking vital signs, digital images and x-rays and reviewing post-operative instruction to patients.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepares patient for treatment; review medical and dental history and consult with medical practitioner. Conducts oral exam and takes vital signs, making appropriate notations in patient record and verbally reporting findings to physician.The surgical assistant is responsible for making sure all rooms are properly stocked with instruments, forms etc. and correctly decontaminates rooms after each procedure. Accurately takes impressions, bite registrations and fabricates models for pre-operative Orthognathic and trauma patients; prepares patient for procedures; cleans, sterilizes and sets up operating room.Using established written guidelines provides pre- and post-operative information to patients being admitted to Surgical Day Care Unit. (, care of wire jaw, nutritional guidelines for fracture and orthognathic patients).Assists Oral Surgical staff with procedures and patients under local, nitrous oxide, ; under direct supervision of surgeon, performs extra- and intra-oral procedures* (, dressing changes, irrigations, changing elastics).Exposes x-rays; ensures that x-rays are of adequate diagnostic quality.Performs selected clerical tasks as needed and all other task as assigned by the physicians and the Practice ManagerQualificationsSKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.Attentive to detail.Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate care to patients and effectively communicate education instructions to them.Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.Ability to conduct a brief oral exam and take appropriate x-rays.Ability to take impressions, bite registrations and fabricate models for specific procedures.Knowledge of Universal PrecautionsKnowledge of Dental RadiologyKnowledge of head and neck anatomy & physiologyKnowledge of aseptic techniquesKnowledge of chair-side assistingKnowledge of basic CPRKnowledge of complications and emergencies during general anesthesiaKnowledge of surgical assistant duties for dental implant placementKnowledge of Laser Safety topics Valid Dental Assistant License from the Board of Registration in Dentistry for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required.Certified as a Dental Assistant (CDA) by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) preferred.Current Radiology and BLS certification required.Successfully obtain Dental Anesthesia Assistant National Certification Examination (DAANCE) through the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons within the first 12 months of employment. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS: Certifications: Required: Radiology and BLS CertificationDental Anesthesia Assistant National Certification Examination (DAANCE) through the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons within the first 12 months of employment. Preferred: Certified as a Dental Assistant (CDA) by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) preferred. EDUCATION:WORKING CONDITIONS: Ambulatory care settingEEO StatementMassachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.Primary Location:MA-Boston-MGH Main CampusWork Locations:MGH Main Campus55 Fruit StreetBoston02114Job:Surgical TechOrganization:Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)Schedule:Full-timeStandard Hours:40Shift:Day JobEmployee Status:RegularRecruiting Department:MGH Oral & Maxillofacial SurgeryJob Posting:May 3, 2024

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