Surgical Assistant - Mississippi Periodontic Specialists

At Mississippi Periodontic Specialists, we take pride in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a warm, welcoming environment. We believe in building strong relationships with our patients and each other and creating a workplace where team members enjoy showing up every day. 

 
We’re growing and looking for outstanding professionals to join our team. 

Surgical Dental Assistant – Hands-On Patient Care 

Why You’ll Love Working With Us: 

• We take time to get to know our patients and provide care that’s personalized and thoughtful. 

• You’ll join a supportive team that values collaboration, communication, and growth. 

• We’re committed to clinical excellence and making a positive impact every day. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Prepare operatories for set-up, decontamination, sterilization, cleaning, restocking, maintaining lab & procedural areas and ensuring equipment is ready for each patient. 

• Provides positive customer service to patients by escorting, communicating, and prepping them for care by doctor. Review history and progress of treatment plans with patients. 

• Administers oxygen & IV sedation as needed, takes blood pressure 

• Takes X-Rays, impressions, pours & prepares study models, coordinates lab cases. 

• Records treatment information on patient’s charts, schedules appointments, and provides follow up and post op direction and instructions to patients. 

 
What You Need: 

• Graduate of accredited Surgical Assisting program  

• Two years of Surgical Assisting experience required 

• Skill in utilizing standard surgical office equipment including Autoclave, statim, model trimmer, Panoramic/CBCT, oxygen, laser, intra oral camera, hand pieces, etc. 

• CPR & First Aid Certified 

Benefits We Offer: 

• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) 

• 401(k) Retirement Plan 

• Health and Vision Insurance 

• Employer-Paid Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Care.com Membership & Employee Assistance Program 

• Supplemental Coverage (Disability, Critical Illness, Accident) 

• Paid Scrub Allowance 

• Career Growth and Development Opportunities 

 
At Mississippi Periodontic Specialists, you’re not just taking the next step in your career, you’re joining a team that values quality care, respect, and long-term success.