Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Cherry Tree Dental • La Crosse, WI

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About The Position

Cherry Tree Dental is seeking an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon to join its growing team serving the La Crosse, Wisconsin region. The role offers clinical autonomy and operational support, with an established patient base, extensive referral relationships, experienced clinical teams, and collaboration with general dentists and specialists. The position is open to experienced surgeons and graduating residents.

The surgeon diagnoses and surgically treats conditions of the mouth, jaw, and face, coordinating with referring dentists, specialists, and the clinical team to provide safe, coordinated care. The role includes consultations and pre-surgical evaluations; dentoalveolar, implant, and related surgical procedures; anesthesia and sedation services within the clinician’s permit scope; perioperative care; patient communication; clinical documentation and compliance; and support and supervision of the surgical team. Compensation is based on a percentage of collections or a guaranteed minimum, whichever is greater.

Requirements

• D.M.D. or D.D.S. from an accredited university.
• Completion of an accredited Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency or integrated MD/OMFS pathway.
• Current, unrestricted dental license in the state of practice, or eligibility to obtain one before the start date.
• Active DEA registration and state controlled-substance registration where required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification; PALS certification if sedating pediatric patients.
• Anesthesia/Sedation Permit appropriate to scope of practice.
• Hospital privileges, if applicable.
• Eligibility for professional liability coverage under Cherry Tree Dental’s policy.
• Proficiency with dental software for charting, treatment planning, and clinical notes.
• Ability to use dental instruments and equipment.
• Sound clinical judgment and ability to make quick decisions in emergencies.
• Clear, compassionate communication with patients, families, and team members.

Nice To Haves

• Board certified or board eligible by ABOMS.

Responsibilities

• Conduct consultations, evaluations, and pre-surgical workups, including review of medical history, imaging, and laboratory findings, and collaborate with restorative doctors and other specialists.
• Understand and manage patients’ underlying medical histories and manage patient expectations and experiences.
• Perform dentoalveolar procedures, including simple and surgical extractions, alveoloplasty, tori removal, and corrective surgeries.
• Remove impacted teeth, including third molars, and expose and bond impacted teeth in coordination with orthodontists.
• Place dental implants and perform related bone grafting, sinus augmentation, ridge preservation, and soft-tissue procedures.
• When applicable, perform full-arch implant surgery, such as All-on-X, in coordination with the restorative dentist.
• Manage odontogenic infections; diagnose and treat oral pathologies; perform biopsies; manage specimens; and coordinate diagnosis and follow-up with oral pathology labs.
• Administer local anesthesia, IV sedation, and nitrous oxide as needed, consistent with the clinician’s permit level.
• Monitor sedated patients, including pulse oximetry and capnography; manage airways and recovery; and discharge patients according to established criteria.
• Check emergency drugs and equipment and lead the office team’s response to medical emergencies, including use of the emergency kit and AED.
• Prescribe medications in accordance with state rules and PDMP requirements and follow opioid stewardship practices.
• Manage perioperative and postoperative care, complications, follow-up visits, and communication with patients and referring providers.
• Send consultation findings and operative reports to referring dentists and coordinate restorative handoffs.
• Explain diagnoses, treatment options, benefits, risks, and alternatives, including no treatment, to support informed consent; coordinate financial and insurance questions with the front office.
• Provide clear verbal and written pre- and post-operative instructions and respond promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and treatment notes in the practice management system; document informed consent or refusal.
• Follow OSHA, CDC infection-control, HIPAA, and state dental board requirements, and accurately code procedures using CDT.
• Direct and supervise surgical assistants and sedation-trained staff within their legal scope of practice.
• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, quality-improvement, and safety programs.
• Serve as a surgical resource for Cherry Tree Dental general dentists through case reviews, consultations, and training.
• Support practice production goals while prioritizing patient needs.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus available.
• High earning potential with compensation based on a percentage of collections or a guaranteed minimum, whichever is greater.
• Established patient base and strong referral relationships.
• Modern technology and clinical resources.
• Collaborative environment with experienced dentists.
• Professional autonomy with administrative support.
• Opportunities for continued professional growth.
• Health insurance with significant employer premium contributions.
• Employer-paid dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions.
• 100% vested employer contribution to 401(k).
• Continuing education reimbursement.
• Student loan repayment.
• 409A deferred compensation.
• Up to 4 weeks of vacation in the first year.
• Up to 12 weeks of parental leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Employer-paid malpractice insurance.
• Employer-paid basic life and long-term disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree