Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Compensation
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Job Description
Join an established oral surgery practice in Cocoa serving patients across the Space Coast. Decades of experience, a broad surgical scope, and 3D imaging come together in a patient-centered setting near the Indian River and Historic Cocoa Village.
Whether you’re an experienced surgeon or nearing the end of residency, you’ll have room to contribute, access mentorship and peer support, and build a lasting career with a clear path to partnership.
A Practice Patients Feel Good About
The team’s approach pairs honest guidance and personalized care with attention to patient comfort before, during, and after surgery. Patients describe a welcoming staff, clear answers to their questions, and thoughtful recovery instructions.
A Strong Clinical Foundation
Broad surgical case mix: Care for patients across dental implants, bone grafting, wisdom and impacted teeth, facial trauma, oral pathology, and extractions.
Imaging for careful planning: Use 3D CT scans and panoramic imaging to assess the teeth and jaw and guide surgical planning.
Patient comfort and recovery: Provide IV sedation with a clinical team focused on clear communication, patient comfort, and helpful post-procedure guidance.
Mentorship and peer support: Newer surgeons can access mentorship and experienced colleagues as they become part of the practice.
A path to partnership: Join a majority doctor-owned organization, where doctors can pursue partnership and equity early in their career.
Life in Cocoa and on the Space Coast
Historic Cocoa Village: Enjoy locally owned restaurants, shops, arts, theater, and community events in a lively riverfront downtown.]
Indian River days: Take advantage of riverfront parks, fishing, boating, paddling, and cruises along the Indian River Lagoon.
Beach life close by: Spend free time on Cocoa Beach and the Atlantic coast, with room for surfing, swimming, and waterfront walks.
Rocket launches and family adventures: Explore Kennedy Space Center, nearby nature areas, museums, and family-friendly festivals and attractions.
Choose your own pace: Settle near Cocoa Village, in a nearby beach community, or around Melbourne for more dining, live music, and nightlife.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Significant sign-on bonus
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Malpractice insurance
- Continuing education and marketing allowances
- 401(k)\
- Clear, early path to partnership
Requirements
- DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
- Certificate from an ADA-accredited Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery program
- Eligible for Florida dental licensure
- Experienced surgeons and residents nearing completion are welcome to inquire
- Take the next step
If you’re looking for broad surgical variety, a patient-centered team, and a coastal community with its own character, we’d welcome a conversation. Submit your CV to learn
Key Responsibilities
Perform a broad range of oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures including implants, extractions, and trauma care. Collaborate with a clinical team to provide patient-centered care, utilizing 3D imaging for surgical planning and ensuring patient comfort through IV sedation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Surgery — Physician Career Context
Of the 44 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 98% have no call, 77% require no weekends.
Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 11.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Surgery median $485k (middle half $275k–$650k)252 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Surgery listings in Florida | 54 active | 1,212 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 98% no call · 77% no weekends44 benchmarked listings |
| Surgery pay trend | −11.1% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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