Briana Gross
Springfield
Summary
DAANCE-certified Oral Surgical Assistant with 5+ years of experience supporting complex oral and maxillofacial procedures, including IV sedation, dental implants, biopsies, and extractions. Highly skilled in patient monitoring, sterile surgical technique, and operatory efficiency. Known for maintaining patient safety, anticipating provider needs, and ensuring smooth surgical workflows in fast-paced clinical environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oral Surgical Assistant
Berkshire Facial Surgery
Westfield
11.2020 - Current
- Assist in advanced surgical procedures including extractions, dental implants, bone grafting, biopsies, and sinus lifts and etc.
- Support IV sedation procedures, monitoring patient vitals and ensuring safety throughout surgery.
- Prepare and maintain sterile surgical environments, including instrument sterilization and operatory setup.
- Capture and process CBCT scans and panoramic radiographs for diagnostic use
- Coordinate patient flow, prioritize surgical cases, and communicate real-time updates to providers.
- Prepare surgical materials in advance (IV setups, sutures, instruments) to ensure efficiency.
- Conduct post-operative follow-ups and patient education to support recovery.
- Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and radiology standards.
- Manage inventory and order implant components and surgical supplies.
Dental Assistant
Charlottesville Blue Ridge Dental
Charlottesville
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted dentists during general procedures, anticipating instrument needs and improving workflow.
- Prepared treatment rooms and ensured proper sterilization of all equipment.
- Took and processed dental X-rays.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and assisted with scheduling.
Medical Receptionist
Baystate OBGYN Group
Springfield
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed high-volume scheduling for a 13-provider practice using EMR systems.
- Verified insurance, processed payments, and maintained patient records.
- Coordinated communication across clinical teams to ensure efficient operations.
- Handled multi-line phone systems and patient inquiries.
Medical Secretary
Valley Women's Health Group
Springfield
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Oversaw front desk operations including scheduling, billing, and patient intake.
- Maintained office organization and managed supply inventory.
- Communicated with external providers to verify medical histories.
Patient Service Specialist
ATI Physical Therapy
Springfield
11.2015 - 06.2017
- Scheduled patients, verified insurance, and managed authorizations.
- Processed payments and maintained accurate EMR documentation.
- Delivered strong customer service in a fast-paced clinical setting.
Education
Central High School
Springfield, MASkills
- Oral & Facial Surgery
- IV Sedation Assistance
- Dental Implants
- CBCT & Panoramic Imaging
- Patient Monitoring
- Sterile Technique
- OSHA & HIPAA Compliance
- Instrument Sterilization
- Surgical Setup
- Post-Op Care
- EMR Systems
- Patient Flow Management
- Insurance & Scheduling
Certification
- DAANCE (Dental Anesthesia Assistant National Certification) — Active (2026–2031)
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) — Active (2020)
- AHA BLS CPR Certification — Active (2025–2027)
Timeline
Oral Surgical Assistant
Berkshire Facial Surgery
11.2020 - Current
Dental Assistant
Charlottesville Blue Ridge Dental
01.2020 - 08.2020
Medical Receptionist
Baystate OBGYN Group
04.2019 - 12.2019
Medical Secretary
Valley Women's Health Group
06.2017 - 03.2019
Patient Service Specialist
ATI Physical Therapy
11.2015 - 06.2017
Central High School