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Rising Tide Dental
Aiea, Hawaii

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

SurgeryIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$200k-$500k

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Job Description

Job DescriptionOral & Maxillofacial Surgeon Opportunity – Full-Time or Part-Time in

Paradise (Oahu, Hawaii)

Practice Oral Surgery Where Others Vacation

Kokua Smiles is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon to join our growing specialty team on the beautiful island of Oahu, Hawaii. Whether you are looking for a full-time opportunity or a flexible part-time schedule, this is an exceptional opportunity to practice in one of the most desirable locations in the world while enjoying a steady referral base and outstanding earning potential.

Our multi-location group practice provides a collaborative environment with modern technology, experienced clinical support, and the autonomy to deliver exceptional specialty care. You'll have the opportunity to focus on surgery while our established general dentists and support teams help maintain a consistent flow of referred patients.

Job Summary

The Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon will diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and defects involving the mouth, teeth, jaws, and facial structures. The ideal candidate is committed to providing outstanding patient care while working collaboratively with our team of general dentists and specialists.

This position offers the opportunity to perform a wide range of surgical procedures, including dentoalveolar surgery, implant placement, bone grafting, full-arch implant rehabilitation, pathology, and other oral and maxillofacial procedures based on your clinical expertise.

Weekend coverage opportunities are available with additional incentives for providers interested in expanding patient access.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Evaluate patients through comprehensive examinations and review of medical histories.
  • Diagnose and treat conditions affecting the oral and maxillofacial region.
  • Perform surgical extractions, including impacted third molars.
  • Place dental implants and perform associated bone grafting and ridge preservation procedures.
  • Perform full-arch implant surgery and other advanced implant procedures, as applicable.
  • Diagnose and manage oral pathology and facial infections.
  • Collaborate closely with referring general dentists to coordinate comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Educate patients regarding treatment options, surgical procedures, post-operative care, and preventive measures.
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with HIPAA and regulatory requirements.
  • Adhere to strict infection control and patient safety standards.
  • Stay current on advancements in oral and maxillofacial surgery through continuing education.

Qualifications

  • DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
  • Certificate of completion from an accredited Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency program.
  • Board Eligible or Board Certified (preferred).
  • Active Hawaii Dental License (or ability to obtain prior to employment).
  • DEA Registration and current CPR/BLS certification (ACLS/PALS preferred where applicable).
  • Experience with dental implants, bone grafting, and complex oral surgery procedures preferred.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
  • Commitment to delivering exceptional patient-centered care.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Exceptional Earning Potential ($200,000–$500,000+ annually depending on schedule and production)
  • Established Internal Referral Network
  • Modern Surgical Technology and Equipment
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Scheduling (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
  • Work Location: In person

Key Responsibilities

The surgeon will diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaws, and facial structures. They will perform various surgical procedures and collaborate with general dentists to coordinate comprehensive patient treatment plans.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS (preferred)ACLS (preferred)DEA License (preferred)Board Certification (preferred)

Key Skills

Patient examinationTreatment planningCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Surgery — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 98% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Physician by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$200k–$500kPhysician median $473k (middle half $275k–$650k)267 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$318k in purchasing powerHawaii index 110.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician listings in Hawaii39 active22,848 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 98% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Physician pay trend+1.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Annual compensation range

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Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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CME allowance
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 2.8
Better work-life than 20% of Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,235 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes weekends
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About Rising Tide Dental

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Compensation
Exceptional Earning Potential ($200,000–$500,000+ annually)
Established Internal Referral Network
Modern Surgical Technology and Equipment
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Life Insurance
Flexible Scheduling (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Living in Aiea

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$953k≈ 4.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,814/mo≈ 17% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.0
State income tax
Up to 11%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Urban Honolulu, HI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.