Anesthesiologist

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 View email address on click.appcast.io 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.