Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

Since 1977, the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System has been transforming the health and lives of veterans. As a Joint Commission accredited facility, we serve over 106,000 veterans across San Bernardino, Riverside, and Inyo Counties in Southern California. Our healthcare system includes a 132-bed Medical Center, a 110-bed Community Living Center, an advanced Ambulatory Care Center, seven outpatient care sites, and an innovative Telehealth clinic.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and diagnose conditions affecting the mouth, jaws, face, and neck.
• Perform surgical procedures such as:
  • Extractions of teeth (including impacted wisdom teeth)
  • Surgical management of maxillofacial trauma (fractures, lacerations)
  • Treatment of oral pathology (tumors, cysts)
  • Pre-prosthetic surgery for dental rehabilitation
• Manage patients with complex medical histories and provide consultative services.
• Work closely with other medical and dental professionals (ENT, oncology, prosthodontics, anesthesiology, etc.) to provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary care.
• Document patient encounters in the VA's electronic health record (EHR).
• Participate in departmental meetings, credentialing, and quality assurance activities.
• Contribute to compliance with VA policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide education and supervision to dental residents, medical students, and other healthcare staff if affiliated with an educational program.
• Participate in continuing medical/dental education to maintain surgical competencies.
• Address the unique needs of veterans, including complex medical comorbidities, PTSD, or trauma history.
• Advocate for veteran patient care and access to oral and maxillofacial surgical services.
• Respond to emergent cases involving severe infection or other urgent conditions.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

About the location

Loma Linda (Spanish for "Beautiful Hill") is nestled in the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains, approximately 60 miles east of Los Angeles. The city offers a small-town setting near the job markets of Los Angeles and Orange Counties, with easy access to beaches, mountains, and desert resorts via Interstate 10.

Interested candidates may send a CV to the contact details provided.