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Paradigm Oral Surgery
Moorestown Township, New Jersey

Oral Surgery Dental Assistant

Dental Top 25% in Surgery (Dental)No weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$24-$30/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
No weekends
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

Dental Assistant – Oral surgery

Surgical Assistant – Oral surgery

optimumoralsurgery.com [https://optimumoralsurgery.com/]

Location: Optimum Oral Surgery & Dental Implants | Moorestown, NJ (with travel to Mullica Hill + Voorhees locations as needed)

Schedule: Full-time Monday-Friday (this is an in-office position, not hybrid or remote)

Are you passionate about patient care and looking to make an impact in a dynamic surgical setting? If you’re a motivated, detail-oriented individual who excels in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to bring your skills to our team and grow with us!

Position Overview

Step into the dynamic world of oral surgery as an Oral Surgeon Surgical Assistant! Your role is pivotal, aiding surgeons with precision during procedures and meticulously documenting patient care. From preoperative tasks to maintaining sterile environments, your expertise ensures smooth operations. Participate in strategic discussions with surgeons, monitor patient status, and handle advanced equipment with finesse. Dive into the heart of dental care, obtaining vital radiographs and crafting detailed patient narratives.

Who We Are

Our practice is dedicated to exceptional oral surgery in a comforting environment, prioritizing patient needs through collaboration with their general dentist. Our vision is global leadership in oral health, focusing on outstanding patient experiences and industry standards. We foster a positive work environment with career growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive culture that values work-life balance. Our goal is to empower employees to deliver excellent patient care and build strong relationships with referring dentists.

What We Offer

We prioritize your personal and professional well–being, covering aspects from health to financial and social welfare.

* Competitive Pay, Bonus potential, and Annual Merit Reviews

* Paid Time Off

* 401k Plan w/Company Match

* Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP health plans

* Medical (including Virtual Care), Dental and Vision Coverage

* Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

* Short & Long-Term Disability

* Employee Assistance Program

* BLS/CPR Certification

* Career Path Advancement to Clinical or Management positions

* National Discount and Rewards Marketplace

Required Qualifications

* A high school diploma or equivalent

* BLS Certification (or completed within 1 month of hire)

* Strong teamwork and independent work capabilities, demonstrating good judgment and critical thinking.

* Passion for ensuring safety and exceptional attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulousness.

* Basic computer proficiency.

* Excellent manual dexterity and superior listening skills, especially in emergency scenarios.

Preferred Qualifications

* Previous oral surgery experience is beneficial.

* DAANCE certification is desirable.

* Licensed dental assistant status is preferred.

* Radiology certification is a plus.

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

E-Verify Participation Notice

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Key Responsibilities

Assist oral surgeons during procedures with precision and maintain sterile environments. Handle patient documentation, obtain radiographs, and monitor patient status throughout the surgical process.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and BLS certification. Preferred qualifications include DAANCE certification, a dental assistant license, and radiology certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Surgical AssistingSterile Environment MaintenanceRadiograph Acquisition

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Oral Surgery Dental Assistant at Paradigm Oral Surgery a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Surgery (Dental) — ranked against 251 active Surgery (Dental) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Surgery Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$56k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $52k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Surgery Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution5 jobs

2
<$50k
1
$57k
2
$60k-70k

Annual compensation range

#1

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$25-$32/hr
#2

Dental Assistant - Ambulatory Oral Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Medicine Clinic - Days

VCU Health · Richmond, Virginia

$19.87-$30.79/hr
#3

Traveling Dental Assistant Oral Surgery

$19.50-$27.50/hr
#4

Dental Assistant (Oral Surgery)

$19-$24/hr
+ 3 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

6.6/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 25% in Surgery (Dental)

  • No weekends
  • On-site

Living in Moorestown Township

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$557k
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.6
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Paradigm Oral Surgery

Hospitals and Health Care
Lincoln, NE
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Pay
Bonus potential
Annual Merit Reviews
Paid Time Off
401k Plan w/Company Match
Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP health plans
Medical (including Virtual Care), Dental and Vision Coverage
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance