Oral Surgery Assistant Jobs in Plano, TX

Oral Surgery Assistants play a crucial role in the dental industry, ensuring that oral surgical procedures are carried out efficiently and safely. They support Oral Surgeons during surgeries by providing instruments, helping with patient care and maintaining sterile environments. Their responsibilities also include taking patient histories, assisting with sedation procedures, and pre- and post-operative patient education. They are instrumental in providing comfort and assurance to patients, and must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Important skills for an Oral Surgery Assistant include a comprehensive understanding of dental procedures, excellent hand-eye coordination, the ability to multitask and keep calm under pressure. They should be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and may also need certification for Dental Anesthesia Assistant National Certification Examination (DAANCE). Prior to becoming an Oral Surgery Assistant, a person may have roles such as a Dental Assistant, Registered Dental Assistant, or Dental Hygienist. These roles provide the necessary experience and knowledge needed in oral surgery practices.

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Travel Surgical Technologist - Cardiovascular OR $1920/wk

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking experienced surgical techs in a number of specialties to fill critical roles across the country: Cardiothoracic Colon and Rectal (GI) General Surg Tech Gynecology and Obstetrics Gynecologic...

PRN Oral Surgery Assistant (Traveling)

  • Grand Prairie, TX (24 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (24 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 11 days ago

surgery procedures Basic Qualifications: Texas Issued Registered Dental Assistant Licensing preferred Key Skills and Abilities, Characteristics of a good fit: Strong written and verbal communication...

Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery

  • Richardson, TX (6 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Richardson, TX (6 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 16 days ago

At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program,...

Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery

  • Plano, TX
  • 17 days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 17 days ago

At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program,...

Registered Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery

  • Flower Mound, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Flower Mound, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Dental Assistant Computer skills Oral surgery Radiology Certification Full Job Description Registered Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery Position Highlights: Step into the fast-paced world of oral surgery...

Surgical Assistant

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

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....

Demographic Data for Plano, TX

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Oral Surgery Assistant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Opioids and Surgery
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NBDE Mnemonics: Oral Surgery, Periodontics, & Prosthodontics
This is a whole course of mnemonics for oral surgery, periodontics, and prosthodontics that you should know (especially for NBDE part 2, INBDE, NDEB- AFK, and dental boards.) It is Full of...
Oral Communication in Spanish
A second-year intermediate course that includes vocabulary enhancement and limited review of selected points of grammar. Focuses on listening comprehension and speaking, with group activities,...

Salary for Oral Surgery Assistant Jobs in Plano, TX

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireDental research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Oral Surgery Assistants in Plano, TX offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
33.2%
High School or GED
24.1%
Associate's Degree
16.1%
Bachelor's Degree
15.4%
Doctorate Degree
5.4%
Some College
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Oral Surgery Assistants in Plano, TX
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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