Dental Anesthesiologist (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Focus)

St Louis South Oral Surgery

$250K — $300K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • DDS/DMD degree with CODA-accredited Dental Anesthesiology residency
  • Board-Certified/Board-Eligible by ADASA/ABDA or equivalent
  • Active Missouri dental and sedation permits (or eligibility within 120 days)
  • Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
  • Documented experience with high-volume dentoalveolar or implant anesthesia (preferably over 500 cases)
  • Calm and engaging chairside manner compatible with a fast-growing entrepreneurial culture

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive pre-anesthetic evaluations primarily for ASA I-III patients
  • Administer IV moderate, deep sedation, and general anesthesia; manage airways using techniques like LMA and intubation
  • Continuously monitor patients per AAOMS and ASA standards; document anesthesia records for reimbursement
  • Direct and train DAANCE-certified assistants; lead safety drills and mock codes
  • Collaborate with surgeons on scheduling efficiencies and post-op pain management protocols
  • Maintain current DEA, MO dental, sedation permits, and board certification/recertification

Benefits

  • Base salary with production bonus based on collections
  • Malpractice coverage, including claims-made with tail
  • CME stipend and relocation support
  • Pathway to equity in future locations
  • Paid licensure, DEA, and board fees
  • Flexible PTO and limited weekend call, with optional hospital privileges
Full Job Description
About the Job

Dental Anesthesiologist (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Focus)

St. Louis South Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery • St. Louis, Missouri

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.
  • Flexible PTO and limited weekend call (hospital privileges optional).


How to Apply

Email CV, cover letter, and 3 professional references to wgray with subject line "Dental Anesthesiologist Application - [Your Name]".

Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Confidential inquiries welcome.

Join a patient-centered, innovation-driven team delivering world-class anesthesia and surgical care-right next door to beauty beyond the smile.

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