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How much do per diem oral surgery assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for per diem oral surgery assistant in the United States is $22.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Per Diem Oral Surgery Assistant vs Dental Assistant?

AspectPer Diem Oral Surgery AssistantDental Assistant
CertificationsCPR, possibly expanded certifications for oral surgeryCPR, dental assisting certification
Work EnvironmentOral surgery clinics, hospitals, outpatient surgical centersGeneral dental offices, clinics
Job DutiesAssist during oral surgeries, prepare surgical tools, patient prepAssist with general dental procedures, patient care, sterilization

Per Diem Oral Surgery Assistants focus on supporting oral surgeries and often work in specialized surgical settings, while Dental Assistants provide broader support across general dental procedures. Both roles require similar certifications but differ in work environment and specific duties.

What cities are hiring for Per Diem Oral Surgery Assistant jobs?

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What states have the most Per Diem Oral Surgery Assistant jobs?

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Infographic showing various Per Diem Oral Surgery Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,495 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

Oral Surgery Assistant

Bratton Oral Surgery Center

Lithonia, GA • On-site

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Re-posted 7 days ago


Job description

As an Oral Surgery Assistant for Bratton Oral Surgery Center, patient care is your #1 priority and focus. Your ability to value and improve the patient experience will play a major role in the delivery of extraordinary dental care. Oral Surgery Assistants are a critical part of our mission because they not only support the patient, they provide the doctor with valuable assistance on patient procedures. The Oral Surgery Assistant has direct responsibility for the patient’s excellent experience while "in the chair," and patient retention overall.
You are unique, and so are we—it’s time you worked with an organization that appreciates you, challenges you, and helps your professional growth with a team of people dedicated to quality, patient care, and leading the industry with innovation.
We are searching for talented people who want to provide excellent customer service for the patient, provide precise support to the doctor, and possess an amiable chair-side manner. Flexibility, analytical skills, collaboration, and follow-up are all needed in our dynamic state-of-the-art practice environment. So how about it?—Are you passionate about an opportunity like this?
Of course, there are some requirements for all Oral Surgery Assistants:

  • Provide exceptional customer service, with excellent chair-side manner, by making the patient the #1 priority
  • Be present, engaged and ready to work at all assigned shift times
  • Take direction from the doctor, assist them with all oral surgery procedures, and anticipate their needs
  • Take, develop and mount accurate, high quality radiography
  • Review patient charts prior to doctor arrival, log appropriate patient data and health history during the exam and treatment
  • Clean, sterilize and prepare the equipment, per the organizations procedures and guidelines, prior to a patient’s appointment
  • Perform efficient and accurate procedures to help maintain the schedule and patient flow
  • Educate the patients and address their questions and/or concerns
  • Demonstrate good teamwork to deliver an extraordinary experience for every patient
  • Partner with the doctor and support staff to maintain excellent patient service and integrity within the organization
  • When assigned, monitor the level of dental supplies and order using approved formula
  • Complete checklists as assigned and participate in daily huddles to ensure that every single day flows smoothly
  • Maintain patient confidentiality through HIPAA compliance
  • Follow the organization’s safety policies and procedures through OSHA compliance and BBP (Blood-borne Pathogens) federal regulations
  • Complete all Learning requirements

Must have Experience-Related References.

Compensation: Competitive wages.

Job Specific: Four days per week. Tuesday-Friday