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Job description
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon Opportunity
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
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.
Worksite address
la crosse, WI, 54602, US
Who can apply
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