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Paradigm Oral Surgery
Reston, Virginia

Oral Surgery Dental Assistant

Dental AssistantNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$22-$30/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Virginia Advanced Surgical Arts virginiaoralimplantsurgery.com

Dental Assistant – Oral surgery

Surgical Assistant – Oral surgery

Full-time | Monday - Friday | Leesburg + Reston + McLean, VA

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!

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.

  • Our team culture is one of the best parts of what we do! Meet our team on Instagram: Virginia Advanced Surgical Arts

What You'll Do

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.

Be a key part of creating exceptional patient experiences from pre-op to post-op, while maintaining sterile technique and environments throughout. 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.

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
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • FIGS scrubs + BLS/CPR Certification provided
  • Career Path Advancement to Clinical or Management positions

What You Bring

  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • Strong teamwork and independent work capabilities, demonstrating good judgment and critical thinking.
  • Passion for ensuring safety and exceptional attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulousness.
  • Excellent manual dexterity and superior listening skills, especially in emergency scenarios.
  • Bonus points for: oral surgery experience, radiology certification, CDA status, or DAANCE.

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

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the appropriate federal agency before taking any action against you, including terminating your employment.

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Key Responsibilities

The surgical assistant will support surgeons during oral procedures while maintaining sterile environments and documenting patient care. They are responsible for monitoring patient status and managing advanced surgical equipment from pre-op to post-op.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and demonstrate strong teamwork and critical thinking skills. Preference is given to those with oral surgery experience, radiology certification, or professional dental certifications.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Oral Surgery AssistanceSurgical AssistanceRadiographyPatient DocumentationEmergency Response

Surgery Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$54k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $53k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Dental Assistant market look like in Virginia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 25% in dental assistantranked against 342 Dental Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$46k–$62kDental Assistant median $54k (middle half $48k–$62k)156 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$53k in purchasing powerVirginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Assistant listings in Virginia182 active5,791 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (342 Dental Assistant listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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 Dental Assistant — ranked against 342 active Dental Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 6.6
Better work-life than 80% of Dental Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 342 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Paradigm Oral Surgery

Hospitals and Health Care
Lincoln, NE
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Pay
Bonus potential
Annual Merit Reviews
Paid Time Off
401(k) with Company Match
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short & Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Living in Reston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$632k
Typical market rent
$2,589/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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