board-certified Oral Surgeon – Dental Corps Officer
Join the U.S. Navy as a full-time, in‑person Dental Corps Officer with a primary specialty in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. This role is not a remote or telemedicine position.
Base Pay Range
$335,000.00/yr – $375,000.00/yr
Locations
Potential duty stations include California, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington, and more.
What You’ll Do
- Perform advanced surgical interventions for oral‑facial injuries, conditions, and diseases
- Lead multidisciplinary surgical teams
- Contribute to medical readiness and research initiatives supporting Sailors and Marines
Why Choose Navy Medicine?
Navy Medicine offers a purpose‑driven career with adventure and national impact, providing unmatched clinical experience, leadership growth, and global exposure.
Incentives & Compensation
- $600,000 Accession Bonus
- $55,000 Annual Specialty Pay
- $8,000 Annual Board Certification Pay
- Competitive base salary with zero billing, insurance coding, or production quotas
- 30 days paid vacation per year, plus federal holidays off
- 401(k) with 5% government match
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for you and your family
- CME funding and paid time for continuing education
- 12 weeks paid maternity leave, plus convalescent leave as needed
- Housing benefits—either a stipend or on‑base accommodations
- Access to the Post‑9/11 G.I. Bill (over $200,000 in education support for you or dependents)
What You Won’t Do
- Deal with insurance claims or reimbursement issues
- Worry about collections, overhead, or administrative burdens
- Work weekends unless on‑call or deployed
Eligibility Requirements
- DDS or DMD from a CODA accredited program
- Completed a CODA accredited Oral Surgery residency in the U.S.
- Between the ages of 21 and 63 (Title 10 U.S. Code section 531 and 532)
This is more than a job—it’s a commitment to something bigger. You'll serve those who serve and gain unmatched clinical experience, leadership growth, and global exposure in the process. If this aligns with your values and goals, let’s connect!