Nashville, Tennessee
Posted: 28-Oct-25
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Type: Full Time
Salary: 280,000 - 350,000
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Discover a Fulfilling Career with the Department of Veterans Affairs
Are you a dedicated and skilled Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon seeking a rewarding career serving America's heroes? The Nashville VA Medical Center (VAMC) is looking for a talented professional to join our exceptional team.
Why Choose Nashville VAMC?
- Impactful Work: Provide comprehensive surgical care to our nation's veterans, enhancing their quality of life and well-being.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals in a state-of-the-art facility.
- Professional Growth: Access to cutting-edge technology, continuous learning opportunities, and potential for academic involvement with affiliated universities.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a balanced schedule with generous benefits, including paid time off, insurance options, retirement plans, and more.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform a range of oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures, including but not limited to complex extractions, dental implants, bone grafting, TMJ surgical and non-surgical treatment, facial pain management, benign pathology treatment, and pre-prosthetic surgery.
- Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of advanced digital systems in patient care.
- Collaborate closely with staff dentists and specialists to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Provide oversight and mentorship to two OMS residents from Meharry Medical College and Vanderbilt University.
- Participate in the education and training of residents and medical students.
- Maintain accurate and thorough documentation in compliance with VAMC policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited institution.
- Completion of an accredited oral and maxillofacial surgery residency program.
- Board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS).
- Unrestricted dental license to practice in the United States.
- Commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care to veterans.
We Offer:
- Competitive Pay: Based on training, experience, and local labor market.
- Guaranteed Salary Increases: Regularly scheduled raises.
- Licensure:1 full & unrestricted active U.S. license.
- Malpractice Insurance: VHA physicians are covered under federal tort laws.
- Employment Flexibility: No employment contracts, noncompete clauses, or restrictive covenants.
- Generous Paid Time Off: 50-55 days off per year
- And More!
Apply Today
If you are passionate about oral health and surgical excellence, and you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who have served our country, we want to hear from you.
For more information or to apply, send your CV to Jason.tafoya@va.gov. To schedule a time to speak, copy and paste the following URL into your browser: https://outlook.office365.com/book/JasonTafoyaVA@DVAGOV.onmicrosoft.com/
Become a part of a healthcare team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the utmost respect for our veterans.
Join Nashville VAMC today!