Oral Surgery Dental Assistant
Compensation
Pay not disclosed
- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on_site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job description
Surgical Assistant – Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Advanced Surgical Associates | Concord, MA
advancedsurgicalassoc. com
In-office | Full-time | Monday–Friday
50 Beharrell Street, Suite C, Concord, MA 01742
We've opened a brand-new, state-of-the-art Advanced Surgical Associates location in Concord — and we’re growing! Looking for a skilled, energetic, and patient-focused Surgical Assistant to join our team.
As an elite oral surgery practice, we pride ourselves on exceptional patient care, precision-driven surgery, and concierge-level service for both patients and referring providers. If you thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment, love being part of a high-performing clinical team, and take pride in delivering calm, compassionate care — this is an exciting opportunity to help establish our newest ASA location.
What You’ll Do (Role & Responsibilities)
As a Surgical Assistant, you’ll play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient, and patient-centered surgical care. You will:
* Assist Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons during in-office surgical procedures
* Prepare and maintain sterile surgical suites and instruments
* Anticipate provider needs and support efficient surgical flow
* Take and process diagnostic radiographs and clinical photos
* Monitor patients during pre-op and post-op phases
* Accurately document patient care and procedures
* Provide calm, compassionate chairside support and patient education
* Follow OSHA, infection control, and HIPAA standards
* Support the clinical team with additional duties as needed
Education, Certification & Experience
* High school diploma or equivalent (required)
* MA Dental Assistant License (required)
* Radiology Certification (required)
* Current BLS/CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 1 month of hire)
* Oral Surgery or Dental experience (beneficial)
Skills & Abilities
* Strong clinical skills and attention to detail
* Comfort working in a fast-paced surgical setting
* Excellent teamwork and communication skills
* Professional, calm demeanor with patients
* Commitment to safety, precision, and exceptional patient care
What We Offer (Condensed)
* Competitive pay, performance bonuses, and annual merit reviews
* Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
* 401(k) with company match
* Paid Time Off, Sick Time, Paid Holidays & Paid Parental Leave
* Life and Disability Insurance
* FIGS Scrubs provided
* Supportive leadership and growth-focused clinical environment
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered 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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Key Responsibilities
The surgical assistant will support oral and maxillofacial surgeons during in-office procedures while maintaining sterile environments and monitoring patient status. They are also responsible for diagnostic imaging, accurate clinical documentation, and providing compassionate chairside care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a high school diploma, a valid Massachusetts Dental Assistant License, and a radiology certification. Proficiency in clinical surgical support and adherence to safety and infection control standards are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Surgery Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
3.9/10 work-life score · Above average in Surgery (Dental) — ranked against 243 active roles in this specialty
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