Surgical Dental Assistant

About Us

Dr. Michael R.C. Umaki, DDS is a specialty practice dedicated to periodontal and implant care. We’re looking for a Surgical Dental Assistant who cares about patients, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys being part of a collaborative team.

Job Summary

As our Surgical Dental Assistant, you’ll be a key part of our clinical team, supporting periodontal and implant surgeries and providing excellent chairside care from the first visit through recovery. You’ll help keep procedures running smoothly while making every patient feel comfortable, informed, and well cared for.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms with dental instruments, materials, and equipment, ensuring sterilization procedures are meticulously followed according to dental sterilization protocols.
• Assist dentists chairside during a variety of procedures including osseous surgery, tissue graft, implant, and crown lengthening.
• Take high-quality dental x-rays and medical imaging while adhering to radiation safety standards and proper infection prevention management.
• Manage patient records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems such as Dentrix, ensuring accurate documentation of medical history, treatment plans, and procedural notes.
• Efficient in Microsoft Word. must be able to draft letter to our referring dentist.
• Conduct patient care activities including vital signs measurement, patient management software updates, and providing clear instructions for post-treatment care.
• Maintain clinical confidentiality policies while handling sensitive medical documentation and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Support dental reception duties by managing appointment scheduling, patient inquiries, and coordinating follow-up visits to optimize clinic workflow.
• Uphold infection control standards through aseptic technique and proper dental instrument processing to prevent cross-contamination in accordance with healthcare infection prevention guidelines.
• Educate patients on dental terminology, procedures, and oral health best practices to enhance their understanding and comfort during visits.

Requirements

• Dental assisting certification or equivalent experience (surgical experience preferred but not required)
• Efficient in taking radiographs (periapical/bitewing)
• Strong written communication skills for clinical notes and referral correspondence
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced office
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a patient-first attitude
• Ability to work well with doctors, hygienists, and front-office staff
• Reliable, professional, and detail-oriented

Join us in making a difference—where your skills will help transform smiles while advancing your career in a supportive, energetic environment committed to excellence!

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Microsoft Word • Free parking • Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Cross-contamination prevention • Teamwork • Dental office • Equipment safety procedures • Vital signs • Surgery • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Post-session clinical documentation • Preparing dental treatment areas • Treatment plan documentation • Image acquisition for patient care • Dental receptionist • Safety regulations • In-person customer service • Contamination control • Word embeddings • Oral surgery assistance experience • Practice management software • HIPAA • Full-time • Operating room preparation • Care documentation • Imaging studies • Clinical case management notes • Assisting medical staff • Periodontics • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Surgery • Sterile field contamination management • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Records management • Paid time off • Dentrix • Health information regulatory compliance • Dental equipment • Implantology • Operating medical imaging equipment • Vision insurance • Patient counseling • 401(k) matching • In-person • Handling patient inquiries • Clinical confidentiality policies • Patient treatment • Clinical documentation standards • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Managing patient records • Radiology • Communication skills • Entry level • Under 1 year • Radiation protection measures • Autoclaving