Join Our Team as a Surgical Assistant!

Are you an experienced professional who thrives in fast-paced environments? Do you possess strong organizational skills and adaptability? If so, we invite you to apply for the Surgical Assistant position in our Periodontics and Endodontics departments.

The Texas A&M School of Dentistry, founded in 1905, is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care, and continuing dental education. As part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, it collaborates with other colleges and institutes to enhance health through transformative education and innovative research. Apply now and become a valued member of our team!

Glimpse of the Job
Clinical tasks to include:

• Coordinate doctor and clinic schedules with patient records.

• Prepare patients and assists during periodontal surgery and assists with monitoring sedated patients.

• Record pertinent clinic data including blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, and diagnostic aids.

• Perform indirect patient care procedures to include preparing the patient and treatment room for the specific type of appointment.

• Respond to student and patient inquiries regarding clinical policies and dental procedures not requiring the advice of a dentist.

• Provide radiographic services and assist with oral photography.

• Operate dental radiograph equipment to take intra oral radiographs.

• Assist in obtaining pre-treatment and post insertion photographic records to include retraction and mirror positioning.

• Provide direct chairside assistance to graduate students during the examination and treatment of patients.

• Utilize four handed dentistry procedures and suction and retraction needs are anticipated and performed without interfering with the vision or access of the graduate student.

• Perform disinfection/sterilization of the operatory, instruments and equipment according to OSHA and local policy and procedure.

• Use recommended infection control procedures at all times.

• Prepare dental materials and instruments for procedures and ensure the setups are appropriate for the dental procedure performed.

• Prepare, mix and assist in the use of the various materials, following manufacturer guidelines.

• Package tissue and biopsy specimens and sends to pathology laboratory.

• Change dressings, clean wounds or surgical sites, and remove sutures as directed by the graduate student in compliance with TSBDE rules.

• Provide patient information to families, including written and oral post-operative care instructions.

Administration tasks to include:

• Oversee and ensure the cleanliness and sterility of exam and treatment rooms are maintained at the highest standards to prevent the spread of infection and ensure protocols are followed.

• Monitor supplies in the patient care rooms and nurses' stations to ensure supplies are always available as needed for patient care and to support compliance requirements.

Communication tasks to include:

• Serve as a liaison between patient and providers.

• Communicate respectfully and in a timely manner with team members, patients and patient family members.

What you need to know

Proposed Minimum Salary: $19.50 hourly

Work Schedule/Location: This is an on-site role with a typical schedule of Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm.

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.