Clinical Intern

Location: Wilson, North Carolina, United States Department: Clinical Support Roles

Our office, Triangle Implant Center - Wilson, is seeking a Clinical Intern to join our busy specialty practice.

We are looking for a talented Clinical Intern. This position is targeted for students pursuing dental, medical or anesthesia school in the future. You will gain knowledge and hours in this role that will be extremely beneficial for your school applications, as well as an opportunity for a strong letter of recommendation from our surgeon. Most of our intern candidates have moved on to pursue their medical, dental or anesthesia goals successfully.

Your Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of infection control and patient care in our dental practice. As a clinical intern, you will be responsible for ensuring the patient and office team members have what they need to have a successful and problem-free visit. This includes the following items.

Verify procedures, consent forms, and all necessary paperwork

Maintain laundry and ensure fresh gowns are always available

Stock all anesthesia supplies in the operating rooms

Set-up surgical trays for full array of oral surgical procedures including extractions, implant delivery, jaw fractures, biopsies, etc.

Sterilization of instruments and trays

Prepare patients for surgeries with the placement of all monitors (BP cuff, EKG leads, pulse ox, cannula, etc.)

Manually support the airway and weight of patient’s head during surgeries while simultaneously monitoring vital signs

Chart patient's vital signs accurately always

Provide post-operative care to sedated patients & review post-operative instructions with patient escorts

Log medications administered by anesthesiologist

Scan patient charts into the EMR system

Clean and restock rooms after procedures

Work directly with the surgeons, anesthesiologist and DA II

As one of the essential members of our office, you will also help to facilitate/coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.

Your Background

You want to help your patients receive the experience they deserve and helping the Dentist to provide it. You're excited by the prospect of a patient leaving your office in a healthier, stronger, and more comfortable / happier being, each and every day. You’re a kind, passionate, and collaborative problem-solver who is able to proactively adjust to shifting priorities and values the chance to make an important impact. You also have the following:

Be able to pay attention to detail.

Must be able to multitask and function effectively and quickly under high pressure.

Must have a strong sense of responsibility and always maintain a positive and professional rapport with your team and patients.

Can work quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Able to work comfortably in a surgical setting.

Knowledge of OSHA and CDC guidelines for infection control in a dental setting.

Detail-oriented and able to follow established protocols precisely.

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Ability to work well in a team environment and communicate effectively with dental professionals and support staff.

Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work schedules.

Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.

Must be able to operate standard office equipment

Must be able to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas

Must be able to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods

Must be able to work around medical equipment and instruments

Must be able to adhere to OSHA and infection control standards

Must be able to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements

Must be able to respond quickly in emergency situations

If this sounds like you, you will fit right in with the team!

Why You Should Join Our Team

A career with us is a chance to work with everyone involved in the future of Specialty dental care. Dental Assistants, Sterilization Technicians, Specialists, Office Managers, Patient Care Coordinators and many more all work together to improve the patient care experience and great clinical results.

We strive to build and maintain an environment where employees from all backgrounds are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. You will also find a culture of continuous learning and a commitment to supporting our team members in all aspects of their lives—at home, at work and everywhere in between.

Your Benefits & Perks

401(k) contribution

1706 Medical Park Dr W, Wilson, NC 27893

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We believe in transparency through the talent acquisition process; we support our team members, past, future, and present, to make the best decision for themselves and their families. Starting off on the right foot with pay transparency is just one way that we are supporting this mission.

Position Base Pay Range

$8—$10 USD

Specialty1 Partners is the direct employer of non-clinical employees only. For clinical employees, the applicable practice entity listed above in the job posting is the employer. Specialty1 Partners generates job postings and offer letters to assist with human resources and payroll support provided to the applicable practice. Clinical employees include dental assistants and staff assisting with actual direct treatment of patients. Non-clinical employees include the office manager, front desk staff, marketing staff, and any other staff providing administrative duties.

Specialty1 Partners and its affiliates are equal-opportunity employers who recognize the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws. Speci