Dental Anesthesiologist (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Focus)

Job Description

Job Description

Dental Anesthesiologist (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Focus)

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

Who We Are

St. Louis South Oral Surgery is a high-volume, tech-forward OMS practice led by Dr. William Gray, DMD | MD | MBA | FACS . We perform complex dental implant procedures, third-molar surgery, complex dentoalveolar and facial procedures, and provide deep IV/general anesthesia in-office with state-of-the-art monitoring (Sensei Cloud PMS, Vatech Green2 CBCT, hospital-grade anesthesia delivery systems). As we scale, we’re seeking an anesthesia-trained dentist who is passionate about perioperative care in an oral-surgery setting.

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 @STLOralSurgery.com with subject line “Dental Anesthesiologist Application – [Your Name]”.

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