Pays $800k-$1200k — Dentist market median is ~$416k (263 jobs)
About the Role
Oral surgeon partnership opportunity with ownership from day one. Earn $800K-$1.2M+ annually. $50K sign-on bonus. Flexible schedule.
Join Lightwave Dental as a Oral Surgeon – Partnership & Ownership Opportunity in Raleigh, North Carolina. Vista Dental Group offers a comprehensive range of oral and maxillofacial services in a welcoming and patient-centered environment. Our practice specializes in dental implants, wisdom teeth extractions, complex tooth extractions, and IV sedation, among other procedures.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $800K - $1.2M
- Sign-on bonus $50K
- Relocation bonus available
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Malpractice insurance fully covered
- Generous CE & Professional Development Budget
- Leadership development opportunities
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Flexible scheduling available.
Apply to join Lightwave Dental as a Oral Surgeon – Partnership & Ownership Opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver exceptional surgical and patient care while leading a highly trained clinical team. Engage in continued education and contribute to the growth and business success of the practice.
Requirements
Must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school and have completed an accredited OMFS residency. An active state license is required to practice.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Surgery — healthcare professional Career Context
In North Carolina, Surgery listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$350k across 75 listings, vs ~$179k nationally (50 listings).
North Carolina's cost-of-living index is 95.0 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$1000k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $1053k in an average-cost state — North Carolina ranks #5 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
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