Dental Anesthesiologist (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Focus)
The Opportunity
Role: Full-time (4- or 5-day schedule) Dental Anesthesiologist.
Scope: In-office IV & GA for full-arch implants, third molars, grafting, facial trauma, and select cosmetic procedures.
Case Mix: 80% OMS surgical anesthesia, 20% consults, airway assessments, clinical QA, and staff training.
Environment: Dedicated OR suites, certified anesthesia assistants, paperless charting, full ACLS crash cart, EMR-integrated vitals capture.
Growth Track: Leadership in developing regional anesthesia service line; optional equity in future satellite locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive pre-anesthetic evaluations (ASA I–III primarily).
- Administer IV moderate, deep sedation & GA; manage airways (LMA, nasal/oral intubation).
- Continuously monitor patients using AAOMS & ASA standards; document anesthesia records for optimal insurance reimbursement.
- Direct and train DAANCE-certified assistants; champion safety drills & mock codes.
- Collaborate with surgeon on scheduling efficiencies, case turnover, and post-op pain protocols.
- Maintain DEA, MO dental, sedation permits, and board certification/recertification.
Ideal Candidate
- DDS/DMD + CODA-accredited Dental Anesthesiology residency.
- Board-Certified/Board-Eligible by ADASA/ABDA (or equivalent).
- Active Missouri dental & conscious/deep sedation permits (or eligibility within 120 days).
- Current BLS, ACLS, PALS.
- Documented experience with high-volume dentoalveolar or implant anesthesia (>500 cases preferred).
- Calm, engaging chairside manner; thrives in a fast-growing entrepreneurial culture.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary + production bonus (% of collections).
- malpractice (claims-made with tail), CME stipend, and relocation support.
- Path to equity.
- Paid licensure, DEA, and board fees.
- Paid for weekend call (hospital privileges optional).
How To Apply
Email CV, cover letter, and 3 professional references to wgray@STLOralSurgery.com with subject line “Dental Anesthesiologist Application – [Your Name]”.
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Confidential inquiries welcome.