Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon: Bakersfield, CA
SALT Dental Partners | Opening Summer 2027
About the Opportunity
SALT Dental Partners is opening a new oral and maxillofacial surgery practice in Bakersfield, California, and we're looking for a surgeon to lead it from the start. This is a full-time, five-day-a-week position with a strong compensation package, a sign-on bonus, and the chance to earn equity in the business you help build.
Bakersfield is a large and underserved market for specialty surgical care. You'll have the opportunity to establish yourself as the go-to surgeon for referring dentists across the region, with SALT Dental Partners handling the business side so you can focus on patients.
Compensation and Benefits
$550,000 annual guarantee vs. 35% of adjusted production (whichever is greater)
$50,000 sign-on bonus
Earned equity options, giving you a real stake in the practice's long-term success
Malpractice insurance reimbursement through OMSNIC
Continuing education (CE) allowance
Medical and dental benefits
401(k) with employer match up to 4%
Schedule
Full-time, 5 days per week
Anticipated opening: Summer 2027
What You'll Do
Perform a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery, including dentoalveolar surgery, complex extractions, and wisdom teeth removal
Place dental implants and perform bone grafting and sinus augmentation procedures
Manage and treat facial trauma, pathology, and orthognathic cases as your training and the practice's capabilities allow
Provide IV sedation and general anesthesia in an office-based setting
Build and maintain referral relationships with general dentists and other specialists throughout the Bakersfield area
Help shape the clinical workflows, patient experience, and culture of a new practice
Work with the SALT Dental Partners team on operations, marketing, and growth
Requirements and Qualifications
DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
Completion of a CODA-accredited residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (MD degree is a plus but not required)
Active California dental license, or eligibility for licensure, in good standing
California General Anesthesia and Deep Sedation Permit, or eligibility to obtain one, as required by the Dental Board of California
Current DEA registration (or ability to obtain), ACLS, BLS, and PALS certification
Board certification or eligibility with the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Proficiency in implant surgery, including digital planning and guided surgery
Strong clinical judgment, surgical skill, and commitment to patient safety
Excellent communication skills with patients, referring doctors, and staff
An entrepreneurial, collaborative mindset and a desire to build a practice
Recent graduates are welcome to apply, and experience is a plus
What We Offer
A brand-new, purpose-built practice designed around surgical care
Business support from SALT Dental Partners, including HR, billing, marketing, credentialing, and compliance
Meaningful equity participation as you help the practice grow
A strong guaranteed income with significant upside tied to production
The chance to be the founding surgeon in a growing market
About Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield is the largest city in Kern County, with a growing population and a lower cost of living than much of California. It offers easy access to Los Angeles, the Central Coast, and the Sierra Nevada, along with a family-friendly community and a strong need for specialty healthcare.
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