Oral Surgeon Job Description

The Oral Surgeon reviews patient history and confirms need for oral surgery. Performs oral surgery to prevent and correct injuries, deformities, diseases or improve patient function, appearance or quality of life. Being an Oral Surgeon reviews patient history and confirms need for surgery. Determines which instruments and method of oral surgery will be most successful in achieving desired outcome. In addition, Oral Surgeon provides charting in compliance with all laws and regulations. May provide medical personnel with direction concerning patient care. May provide in-service training as needed to address new technology in health care treatment. Requires a special degree in medicine from an accredited school. Typically reports to the chief of surgery. Requires a license to practice. Oral Surgeon’s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position’s specialty is the main requirement.

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Oral Surgeon Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Oral Surgeon to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain patient relationships through personable and friendly chair-side manner;
  • Maintain an excellent reputation in the area;
  • Respect practice philosophies and other doctors, and be dedicated to providing a superior patient experience;
  • Provide excellent quality of service when performing procedures, be personable to both patients and other employees;
  • Responsibilities include placing implants, general extractions, and wisdom teeth. Very few trauma cases;
  • Provide general, surgical procedures, be personable to both patients and other employees;
  • Monitor patient progress and maintain treatment records;
  • Ensure in compliance regulatory agencies, and dental board procedures;
  • Examine patients, obtain medical history and develop treatment plans;
  • Diagnose and treat patients with oral diseases;
  • Address clinical issues promptly and accurately;
  • Provide full scope OMS procedures, with emphasis on dental implants and TMJ cases;
  • Diagnose, provide, and maintain the highest standard of patient care;
  • Develop a welcoming, supportive atmosphere for patients;
  • Educate patients on their treatment plan options and maintaining their oral health.

Requirements:

  • Excellent proficiency and knowledge of requisite procedural skills;
  • Must have an Oral Surgeon Certification from an accredited US program;
  • Must have completed an Oral Surgery Residency or dual degree with an accredited US program;
  • Must have an active CT dental license or be able to obtain one;
  • Must have an active NC and SC dental licenses or be able to obtain one;
  • Must have an active CA dental license or be able to obtain one;
  • Must have an active Kentucky dental license or be able to obtain one;
  • Must have an active Maryland dental license or be able to obtain one;
  • Residency training, experience is highly desired;
  • Must have a Certificate in Oral Surgery from an accredited US program;
  • Must have an active Hawaii dental license or be able to obtain one;
  • Must have an active Utah dental license or be able to obtain one;
  • Must have an active Georgia dental license or be able to obtain one;
  • Must have an Endodontist Certification from an accredited US program;
  • Must have an active Ohio dental license or be able to obtain one.