Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and highly skilled Orthodontist to join our dynamic dental team. In this vital role, you will provide expert orthodontic care, focusing on aligning teeth and jaws to improve both function and aesthetics. Your expertise will help transform smiles and boost patients’ confidence, all while delivering exceptional patient-centered care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on patients’ lives through innovative orthodontic treatments and comprehensive dental support.
Duties
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to determine orthodontic needs, including evaluating dental and facial structures using advanced medical imaging techniques.
- Develop personalized treatment plans utilizing the latest orthodontic appliances such as braces, aligners, retainers, and other corrective devices.
- Perform orthodontic procedures with precision, ensuring optimal results while maintaining strict infection control and aseptic techniques.
- Collaborate with general dentists and specialists in areas like oral surgery, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Maintain detailed medical documentation and dental records in compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring accuracy in medical terminology and records management.
- Educate patients on treatment options, oral health maintenance, and post-treatment care to foster understanding and adherence.
- Stay current with advancements in orthodontics by participating in ongoing training and utilizing software such as Epic, Eaglesoft, or Dentrix for efficient practice management.
Requirements
- Valid state licensure as an Orthodontist with certification from an accredited dental or orthodontic program.
- Proven experience in dental office settings or clinics specializing in orthodontics or general dentistry.
- Proficiency with dental terminology, medical terminology, and medical imaging techniques essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Familiarity with orthodontic tools and appliances as well as general dental procedures including dental extractions and root canal therapy.
- Strong knowledge of infection control protocols, aseptic techniques, anatomy, and dental fabrication processes.
- Experience working with electronic health records (EHR) systems such as Epic or Dentrix is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively educate patients of all ages about their treatment plans—especially pediatric patients—and foster a welcoming environment.
- Ability to work efficiently using four-handed dentistry techniques to optimize patient comfort and clinical productivity. Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding orthodontic care! We value your expertise in pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and general dentistry—all essential for providing holistic patient care within our practice. This role offers the chance to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in our patients’ lives through innovative orthodontic solutions!
Work Location: In person
