Dental Anesthesiologist

Smilebuilderz LLC; Lancaster, Northern (Lancaster County, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Part time

Job summary

Smilebuilderz LLC in Lancaster, Pennsylvania seeks a Dental Anesthesiologist for a flexible schedule (Part-Time to Full-Time – 3 days per week) at a multi-specialty dental practice. The role focuses on comprehensive anesthesia planning and safe perioperative care.

You will assess medical histories, determine anesthesia type, administer and monitor anesthesia, manage airway, collaborate with the dental team, and oversee recovery and safety. Licensure in PA and CODA residency are required.

Qualifications

• D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree required.
• CODA-accredited anesthesiology residency completed.
• Eligible for or certified by ADBA.
• Active PA dental license and required permits.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient medical history and anesthesia risk prior to procedures.
• Administer and monitor local, sedation, or general anesthesia as needed.
• Manage airway and ensure patient safety during surgeries.
• Collaborate with dentists and surgical staff for coordinated care.
• Oversee emergence from anesthesia and safe recovery/discharge.
• Be prepared to recognize and manage anesthesia-related complications.

Skills

Airway management

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Emergency management

Education

D.D.S./D.M.D. degree

CODA-accredited anesthesiology residency

ADBA eligibility/certification

PA dental license

Job description

Description

Dental Anesthesiologist (Part-Time to Full-Time– 3 Days/Week)
Lancaster, Pennsylvania (Multi-Specialty Dental practice)

Primary Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment & Pre-operative Evaluation
  Evaluate each patient’s medical and dental history, identify allergies, anesthesia risks, and determine the appropriate anesthesia approach—whether local, sedation (conscious or deep), or general—for dental procedures.
• Anesthesia Administration & Monitoring
  Administer anesthesia—local, regional, sedation, or general—as needed. Monitor vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, respiration) using advanced equipment, ensuring patient safety throughout.
• Airway Management & Safety Interventions
  Manage the airway proactively, including use of intubation during surgery when needed. Use specialized monitoring tools and adhere to safety protocols to mitigate risks.
• Collaboration with Dental Team
  Work closely with dentists and surgical staff during procedures, ensuring coordinated care and seamless communication throughout the patient’s anesthetic experience.
• Post-Anesthesia Care & Recovery
  Oversee the patient’s emergence from anesthesia, manage common post-operative needs (e.g., nausea, drowsiness), and ensure a safe recovery and discharge.
• Emergency Preparedness
  Be equipped to recognize and manage anesthesia-related complications, including resuscitation if necessary.

Requirements

• Dental Degree: D.D.S. or D.M.D.
• Residency: Completed a CODA-accredited postdoctoral anesthesiology residency
• Board Certification: Eligible for or certified by the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology (ADBA)
• Licensure: Active dental license in Pennsylvania and any office-based anesthesia permits required by state regulations.