Medical Assistant

Description

Oral and Facial Surgery of the Shoals is seeking a skilled, full-time Medical Assistant to join our team and assist us in delivering exceptional care to our patients at our Sheffield location. 

The ideal candidate will have experience in a dental office setting and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Oral Surgeon during a variety of surgical and dental implant procedures. 
• Prepare treatment rooms for patients by following required procedures and protocols.
• Take dental x-rays of excellent, diagnostic quality.
• Utilize practice management software effectively and efficiently.
• Review patient health history to ensure it is recorded accurately and completely. 
• Prepare patients for surgical procedures, local and IV sedation, according to physician orders.
• Evaluate patient’s preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative status at intervals according to facility policies and procedures.
• Provide patients with post-operative instructions for oral care following surgery or other oral treatment procedures.
• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential 
• Work in a team environment with other clinical and administrative staff, doctors, and nurses.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. 

Requirements

• 1+ years of Dental Assistant, Oral Surgery Assistant, or Medical Assistant experience is preferred but not required.
• Certification or Associate Degree in an accredited Assisting program is preferred but not required. 
• Experience starting IVs is required.
• Extensive knowledge of medications and health conditions treated in an Oral Surgery practice is preferred.
• Candidates with surgical and anesthesia assisting experience are preferred. 
• Experience operating X-Ray equipment and CT machines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Consistently professional appearance and attitude.
• Must be detail oriented, punctual, and patient-care focused.
• Motivated to grow and learn. 
• High  school diploma or equivalent. 

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with Company Match

If you’re passionate about patient care, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have experience in a dental or medical setting, we would love to hear from you!