Oral Surgery Assistant (Front Office/Surgery Assistant)

Job Title: Oral Surgery Assistant – Front Desk & Surgical Assisting
Location: San Francisco, CA
Employment Type: Contract ONLY
Pay Rate: $20.00 – $40.00 per hour (based on experience level and certifications)

Position Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an Oral Surgery Assistant for a contract-to-hire opportunity in San Francisco, CA. This hybrid role combines both front office responsibilities and surgical assisting duties within a fast-paced oral surgery practice.

This opportunity is open to candidates of all experience levels, from entry-level professionals to experienced oral surgery assistants. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, patient-focused, and comfortable supporting both administrative and clinical operations. This position offers strong long-term potential for full-time permanent placement.

Schedule

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  Front Desk Responsibilities: Monday – Wednesday
  
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  Surgical Assisting Responsibilities: Thursday – Friday
  

Key Responsibilities

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  Greet and check in patients in a professional and welcoming manner
  
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  Schedule, confirm, and manage patient appointments
  
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  Answer incoming phone calls, emails, and voicemails
  
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  Maintain patient records and documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations
  
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  Communicate with patients regarding insurance coverage and financial responsibilities
  
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  Assist the doctor during oral surgery procedures
  
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  Prepare and maintain surgical treatment rooms and instruments
  
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  Take dental X-rays, CBCT scans, and clinical photographs
  
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  Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures
  
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  Provide post-operative instructions and patient education
  
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  Follow sterilization, infection control, and safety protocols
  
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  Support overall office operations and patient experience
  

Qualifications

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  High school diploma or equivalent required
  
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  X-ray certification required
  
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  DAANCE certification preferred but not required
  
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    Dental Anesthesia Assistant National Certification Examination (DAANCE)
    
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  Dental assisting or oral surgery experience preferred but not required
  
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  Open to entry-level through senior-level candidates
  
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  Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
  
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  Ability to work in both administrative and clinical environments
  
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  Bilingual candidates are a plus
  

Preferred Skills

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  Knowledge of oral surgery procedures and terminology
  
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  Experience with patient scheduling and dental software systems
  
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  Familiarity with HIPAA compliance and infection control procedures
  
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  Strong patient service and interpersonal communication skills
  
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  Ability to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment
  

Why Work with Wheeler Staffing Partners?

Wheeler Staffing Partners connects talented professionals with leading organizations across healthcare, finance, construction, and corporate services nationwide. We are committed to helping candidates find opportunities that support career growth, professional development, and long-term success.