Surgical Dental Assistant (Discharge)

Job Description

Oral Surgery Group is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Oral Surgery Dental Assistant to join our dynamic practice focusing on discharging patients after surgery and ensuring a smooth transition of patients from our facility to their homes. This position requires a compassionate and detail-oriented individual who can provide exceptional post-op care and support to patients during the discharge process. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about oral surgery and committed to delivering outstanding dental services.

Responsibilities:

1. Discharge and Continue Care for Patients:

The discharge assistant will work closely with the surgical team to ensure that patients are prepared for discharge and equipped with the necessary information and resources for post-operative care.

Serve as a liaison between in-patient care and follow-up care.

Conduct thorough assessments of patients prior to discharge to ensure their readiness to leave the facility.

Monitor patients for any signs of complications or adverse reactions to medications and intervene as necessary.

Quick to respond in an emergency – understand all materials in crash cart and efficient in emergency protocol.

Ensure that quality of care is maintained or surpassed2. Patient Support and Education:

Collaborates with physicians, caregivers, patient, family, other departmental team members, to proactively develop and implement a safe and appropriate individualized plan based on the patient's medical history and surgical procedure.

Provide post-operative care instructions to patients, including oral hygiene practices, medication administration, and dietary restrictions.

Make sure that the patient and their family understand exactly what to do after discharge to prevent injury and encourage healing.

Offer reassurance and empathy throughout their treatment process.3. Administrative Duties:

Schedule patient follow-up appointments and coordinate with other dental staff to ensure smooth patient flow.

Assist with inventory management, order medication and dental supplies, and maintain equipment.

Maintain, manage, and be responsible for narcotic inventory, including logging narcotics in and out, and following all safety precautions.

Accurately keep and maintain biopsy log. Send out biopsies to lab.

When needed, call in prescriptions for patients after procedure. Communicate with pharmacies and answer any related questions4. Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a dental assisting program is required.

Valid X-Ray License is required.

3 years previous experience as a dental assistant, particularly in oral surgery, is highly desirable.

Knowledge of oral surgery procedures, instruments, and materials.

Familiarity with infection control protocols and safety measures.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a compassionate and patient centered approach.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proficiency in dental software and computer literacy.

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