Periodontist

US Navy; United States; On-site; USD 179,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Specialty incentive pay

Board certification pay

Government retirement

5% 401k match

30 days PTO annually

All federal holidays off

Maternity/Paternity leave

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks a Periodontist (Active-Duty Dental Corps Officer) for a full-time, in-person role across multiple locations.

You will diagnose and treat periodontal diseases, perform surgeries, and lead clinical teams to maintain the oral health and readiness of service members. This role offers exceptional benefits: total annual compensation of $178,883–$230,461, retention and specialty pay, board certification pay, generous leave, housing options, Forever GI Bill education benefits, and a

Qualifications

• DMD or DDS from an accredited U.S. based school.
• CODA accredited periodontics residency (or in final year).
• Board certified / Board Eligible in periodontics (or in final year of residency).
• Between ages 21 and 57 (Title 10 U.S. Code sections 531 and 532).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat periodontal diseases.
• Perform surgeries to manage gum health including implants and bone grafting.
• Lead clinical teams and mentor dental staff; contribute to periodontal research.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Clinical dentistry

Team coordination

Education

DMD or DDS (US)

CODA periodontics residency

Board certified/eligible in periodontics

Job description

Periodontist – U.S. Navy (Active-Duty Dental Corps Officer)

Full-Time, In-Person | Note Remote | Periodontics

Total Annual Compensation: $178,883 – $230,461

Responsibilities:

You'll diagnose and treat periodontal diseases, perform surgeries to manage gum health, and address issues like implant placement and bone grafting. You’ll lead clinical teams, mentor dental staff, and contribute to research that advances periodontal care, all while supporting the oral health and readiness of service members.

Potential Practice Locations:

Illinois, California, Washington, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, Virginia, and more

This role provides an exceptional work-life balance, a highly competitive compensation package, and the chance to make a meaningful impact while working in state-of-the-art facilities. It’s an ideal opportunity for those looking to combine professional excellence with incredible lifestyle benefits.

Position Highlights:

• $220,000 Retention Bonus
• $27,000 Specialty Incentive Pay
• $8,000 Board Certification Pay
• Exceptional Benefits: Including government retirement, 5% 401k match, 30 days of PTO annually, and all federal holidays off
• Maternal and Paternal Leave: 12 weeks of paid maternity leave provided on top of any time needed for convalescent leave during/after pregnancy.
• Quality of Life: Work in a balanced environment with no production requirements
• Generous Housing: Housing stipend or free housing on base
• Forever G.I. Bill: Education benefits worth over $200,000, including a housing allowance, and $1,000 book stipend for you or your dependents
• Top-Tier Care: Focus on providing exceptional care with excellent support staff
• Your patient’s care is paid for, no discussing out of pocket expenses or insurance reimbursement

Minimum Qualifications:

• DMD or DDS from an accredited U.S. based school
• Completed a CODA accredited periodontics residency (or in the final year)
• Board certified / Board Eligible in periodontics (or in final year of residency)
• Between the ages of 21 and 57 (Title 10 U.S. Code section 531 and 532)

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