Oral Surgeon Jobs

Oral Surgeon jobs are open across private dental group practices, hospital systems, academic medical centers, and specialty clinics, at every level from associate to partner and department chief, with specializations in dentoalveolar surgery, dental implants, and craniofacial reconstruction. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles199+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerAspen Dental
Top cityDowney, CA
Work type98% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Max Surgical Specialty Management
Edison, New Jersey
Dentistry
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$350k - $400k/yr
Doctoral degree
201-500

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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon – Part-Time | Flexible Fridays
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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon – Part-Time | Flexible Fridays
Steven Szarzynski DDS Inc
Upland, California
Dentistry
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$1,500 - $9,000/yr
On-Site

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Oral Surgeon
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Oral Surgeon
Smile Brands Inc.
North Vernon, Indiana
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
5,001-10,000

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Oral Surgeon
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Oral Surgeon
Soul Dental
New York, New York
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$10k - $20k/yr
Doctoral degree

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Oral Surgeon
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Oral Surgeon
Pacific Oral Surgery
Thousand Oaks, California
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$2,500 - $10k/yr
On-Site

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Oral Surgeon Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Aspen Dental17
  • ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers14
  • Blue Cloud Pediatric Surgery Centers11
  • Beacon Oral Specialists8
  • Nuvia Dental Implant Center8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services25
  • Medical Devices3
  • Education1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in oral surgeon jobs.

  • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited program
  • Completion of an accredited oral and maxillofacial surgery residency program
  • Active state dental license and eligibility for licensure in the practice state
  • ABOMS board certification or board eligibility with a commitment to complete certification
  • Current DEA registration for controlled substance prescribing
  • Proficiency in dentoalveolar surgery, dental implant placement, and IV sedation administration

Tips for Your Oral Surgeon Job Search

Tailor your CV to the setting

Private practice groups and hospital-based programs weigh different things. Highlight production metrics and patient volume for group practices, and emphasize research output, teaching responsibilities, and complex case experience when targeting academic or hospital-affiliated positions.

List every board certification clearly

Your ABOMS board certification status, state dental license, and DEA registration should appear in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your CV. Hiring committees screen for these before reading anything else, so buried credentials cost you interviews.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists oral surgeon openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Decode the practice model before applying

DSO-affiliated groups, independent private practices, and academic health systems each have distinct compensation structures, patient mix, and schedule expectations. Read the job description carefully for clues, and research the employer type so your cover letter speaks directly to what that setting prioritizes.

Prepare case presentations for interviews

Many oral surgery interviews include a clinical case review or require you to walk through a complex extraction, implant placement, or trauma case. Prepare two or three anonymized cases that show your decision-making, complication management, and patient outcomes rather than just technical steps.

Negotiate call schedule alongside compensation

On-call obligations vary dramatically between employers and directly affect your quality of life. During offer negotiations, ask explicitly about call frequency, after-hours coverage expectations, and whether call compensation is included, so you're comparing the full picture across offers.

Oral Surgeon Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most oral surgeons?

Aspen Dental, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, and Blue Cloud Pediatric Surgery Centers are hiring the most oral surgeons right now, with openings concentrated in California, Pennsylvania, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is particularly strong in group practice networks and hospital systems expanding their specialty care capacity.

How many oral surgeon jobs are remote?

About 2% of oral surgeon openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since the role is almost entirely hands-on clinical work. The small share of remote-eligible positions typically involves tele-consultation, surgical planning review, or administrative leadership roles within larger dental organizations.

How do you become an oral surgeon?

You start by completing an undergraduate degree, then earn a DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school. From there, you apply to an accredited oral and maxillofacial surgery residency program, which runs four to six years and includes medical training. After residency, you obtain state licensure, a DEA registration, and pursue ABOMS board certification to demonstrate clinical competency.

How do you get hired as an oral surgeon with little or no experience?

New oral surgery graduates should target associate roles at established group practices or hospital-affiliated programs that explicitly support recent residency graduates. Emphasize the case volume and complexity you handled during residency, any fellowship training, and your comfort with IV sedation and implant surgery. Joining a professional organization and attending specialty conferences also helps you connect with employers before positions are publicly listed.

What does the oral surgeon interview process look like?

Most oral surgery interviews begin with a phone or video screening with the practice administrator or HR team, followed by an on-site visit where you meet the clinical leadership and existing surgeons. You may be asked to review a clinical case or discuss your approach to specific procedures. Some employers also ask about patient communication style and how you handle surgical complications before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to oral surgeon jobs?

You can find and apply to oral surgeon jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from private practices, DSO networks, hospital systems, and academic programs across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty focus and preferred practice setting, then apply directly to each opening that fits.

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