Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

Academic Excellence Meets High-Volume Clinical Practice

Gundersen Health System is seeking a motivated and collaborative Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon to join an established, high-performing team in La Crosse, Wisconsin. This opportunity offers a unique academic–private practice hybrid model , combining the autonomy and clinical focus of private practice with meaningful involvement in resident education and academic medicine.

You will join a collegial team of three OMS attending surgeons within a fully accredited four-resident training program (one resident per year) —allowing for impactful mentorship, teaching, and professional growth while maintaining a strong operative experience.

Practice Highlights

• •Full-scope, high-volume OMS practice with diverse pathology and case complexity
• •Academic–private hybrid structure: strong clinical productivity + teaching opportunities
• •Time in clinic supervising residents
• •1 week/month call shared with residents
• •Dedicated support for research collaboration (optional)
• •Well-established tri-state referral network (Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa)

Scope of Practice

This position offers a comprehensive and advanced surgical scope , including:

• •Dentoalveolar surgery
• •Dental implants & advanced implant rehabilitation
• •Orthognathic surgery
• •TMJ arthroscopy and total joint replacement
• •Facial trauma
• •Pathology
• •Bone grafting and reconstruction

Most clinical time is dedicated to private practice-style patient care and operative experience , complemented by teaching full scope OMS, interdisciplinary collaboration and OR access.

Team & Collaborative Environment

The OMS service operates within a fully integrated, multidisciplinary dental specialty environment , including:

• •Prosthodontics
• •Orthodontics
• •Endodontics
• •Periodontics
• •Pediatric dentistry

This structure supports comprehensive treatment planning and coordinated patient care , enhancing outcomes and clinical satisfaction.

Advanced Technology & Clinical Support

You will be supported by a highly experienced team and cutting-edge infrastructure, including:

Dedicated Clinical & Surgical Support

• •Experienced pre- and post-anesthesia nursing staff
• •Highly trained oral surgery assistants skilled in outpatient anesthesia and surgical support

Technology & Digital Integration

• •Cone beam CT (CBCT) imaging
• •iTero intraoral scanning
• •3D printing with virtual surgical planning
• •X-Nav guided implant technology
• •Immersive Touch technology for trauma and surgical planning
• •Butterfly portable ultrasound for IV access

Anesthesia & Monitoring

• •Comprehensive anesthesia and sedation equipment
• •Bluetooth-enabled monitoring systems
• •End-tidal CO₂ monitoring
• •Precordial stethoscopes
• •Fully trained OMS anesthesia support team

Qualifications

• •DDS/DMD from an accredited institution
• •Completion of an accredited OMS residency
• •Board certified or board eligible (ABOMS)
• •Eligible for Wisconsin medical/dental licensure

Compensation & Benefits

• •Competitive salary with productivity incentives
• •Generous sign-on bonus and relocation support
• •Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement)
• •Paid malpractice with tail coverage
• •CME allowance and dedicated time off
• •Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Life in La Crosse, Wisconsin

Set along the Mississippi River, La Crosse offers an exceptional quality of life:

• •Top-rated schools and family-friendly communities
• •Year-round outdoor recreation (hiking, biking, skiing, boating)
• •Vibrant arts, dining, and cultural scene
• •Convenient access to Minneapolis, Madison, and Chicago

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• •Rare academic–private hybrid OMS model
• •Strong case volume with advanced surgical scope
• •Meaningful yet balanced teaching responsibilities
• •Robust institutional and clinical support
• •Collaborative, collegial surgical team
• •High quality of life in a scenic Midwestern community

Apply Today

Join a team where clinical excellence, innovation, and education come together to deliver outstanding patient care.

Primary Recruiter:

Brent Wood

Recruiter Email Address:

[email protected]

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