Oral Surgeon - St. Paul, Minnesota

Oral Surgeon Opportunity in St. Paul, Minnesota - Offering a $475,000 base salary

Join the community of St. Paul, Minnesota as a key member of St. Paul Oral Surgery. The supported practice is seeking an Oral Surgeon to work Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Friday schedule. With access to support from a practice manager, a highly trained on-site team, and access to a vast network of experts across the nation, you'll be seamlessly connected to all the resources and non-clinical administrative support of Heartland Dental. 

Why Choose A Heartland Dental Supported Practice?  

As part of Heartland Dental supported practice, Oral Surgeons gain the advantage of connecting to a network of supported dentists, advanced technology, and a supportive clinical team that allows you to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. Heartland Dental supported practices empower Oral Surgeons to build rewarding and sustainable careers while also achieving work life balance. 

Here is what sets us apart:  

• Access to a Network of Supported Dentists: Connection to a broad network of 3,000 supported dentists and peers for professional collaboration 

• Access to High-Quality Technology & Support: Operate with high-quality technology, supplies, and administrative support designed to help streamline your practice so you can focus on patient care

• Retain Clinical Autonomy: Enjoy a work environment that fosters clinical autonomy. Supported Doctors are empowered to make decisions based on their professional judgement and patient needs  

• Supported By A Dedicated Team: Supported by a high performing team focused on delivering exceptional patient care while fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture.

• Robust Earning Potential Opportunities: Competitive compensation structure with opportunities for strong earning potential, complemented by opportunities for continued professional development and long-term career growth.

What we’re looking for:  

St. Paul Oral Surgery is seeking a self-motivated Oral Surgeon to provide high-quality, lifetime patient care in a fast-paced and well-established dental office. Your responsibilities are as follows: 

• Diagnose and treat conditions affecting the oral and maxillofacial region 

• Perform surgical procedures including extractions, impacted third molars, dental implants, bone grafting, and other oral surgery treatments 

• Develop and present comprehensive treatment plans for patients requiring surgical intervention

• Collaborate with general dentists and specialists to ensure coordinated patient care 

• Maintain accurate and thorough patient records and clinical documentation 

• Educate patients on procedures, treatment options and post-operative care 

• Ensure adherence to clinical protocols and patient safety standards. 

• Administer general and local anesthetics 

• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to the dental support team during procedures, fostering a collaborative, respectful, and high-performing care environment.

• Maintain compliance with, and promote adherence to, OSHA, HIPAA, infection-control, and applicable state dental board regulations across the care team

• Ensure proper handling, documentation, and security of controlled substances

• Support a positive patient experience and contribute to patient retention and practice growth

• Maintain active licensure, certifications, and continuing education requirements

• Stay current on advances in surgical techniques and technology 

Requirements:  

• D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree from an accredited dental school 

• Completion of a 4–6 year CODA-accredited Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency 

• Active and unrestricted dental license as well as administer local or general anesthesia 

• Board eligible or certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 

• Ability and willingness to become credentialed with various dental insurance plans, ensuring seamless and comprehensive coverage for our patients. 

• The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards. 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position 

• Prolonged periods standing and/or seated positioning while performing clinical and surgical procedures 

• Demonstrate fine motor control, manual and finger dexterity, and arm-hand steadiness sufficient to operate precision instruments and perform detailed procedures within a confined working area (the oral cavity).

• Sustain near visual acuity and hand-eye coordination, including the use of magnification (loupes/microscopes), for extended periods. 

• Perform frequent repetitive hand, wrist, and finger movements with precision and control. 

• Reach, grasp, and manipulate instruments and equipment; occasional bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching.

• Lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds occasionally (e.g., equipment, supplies).

• Communicate clearly and exchange accurate information with patients and the clinical team, including the ability to hear and respond in a clinical setting.

• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods.

• Tolerate routine occupational exposures inherent to a dental clinical environment, including exposure to blood and bodily fluids, infectious materials, chemical agents, radiation (e.g., imaging/CBCT), and noise, consistent with standard infection-control and safety protocols. 

• Perform surgical procedures requiring sustained concentration, precision, and physical stamina, including periods of continuous operating time.

• Safely administer and monitor local and general anesthesia/sedation, including rapid, coordinated physical response to patient needs.

• Occasionally lift, position, or assist in stabilizing patients as required during surgical procedures.

• Availability to attend periodic virtual training sessions (or in-person when required) throughout the year, including some that occur on the weekends. We prioritize ongoing education to enhance your skills and keep you at the forefront of industry advancements. 

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion.  We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.