Associate Orthodontist

Associate Orthodontist

• Built-in referral stream: An in-house pediatric dental partnership provides consistent new-patient exams and early-intervention opportunities.
• Focus on clinical care: Our team handles scheduling, insurance, financial arrangements, and front-office operations, so you can focus on patients.
• Earning potential that grows with you: Competitive base compensation plus bonuses tied to case starts and debonds.
• Weekday schedule: Monday through Friday only, so your evenings and weekends stay yours.
• Flexibility: Full-time and part-time options for both early-career and experienced orthodontists.
• Ground-floor growth: Join a new practice early and grow into more responsibility and leadership as we expand.
• Collaborative culture: Supportive colleagues, multidisciplinary care with pediatric dentistry, and a team that celebrates great results.
• Desirable locations: Practice in two of the Charlotte area's most active communities, with great quality of life, schools, and amenities.

• Competitive base compensation, based on experience
• Production bonuses: incentive pay for new case starts and completed debonds
• Health care coverage (eligible after 30 days of employment)
• 401(k) retirement plan (eligible after 1 year of employment)
• Continuing education support
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• Professional license and membership dues support

• Perform comprehensive orthodontic exams, diagnosis, and treatment planning for children, teens, and adults
• Deliver a full range of treatment, including Phase I/interceptive care, comprehensive braces, and clear aligners
• Present treatment recommendations to patients and parents clearly and confidently to support case acceptance
• Collaborate closely with the pediatric dentists on early screening, referrals, and coordinated care
• Direct and support clinical assistants to keep patient flow efficient and on schedule
• Monitor treatment progress, manage finishing and debonds, and oversee retention
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and documentation
• Help develop clinical protocols, quality standards, and a great patient experience as the practice grows
• Build community and referral relationships that support practice growth

• DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
• Certificate in Orthodontics from a CODA-accredited residency program
• Active North Carolina dental license, or eligibility to obtain one before starting
• Board certification by the American Board of Orthodontics, or progress toward it, is a plus
• New graduates are encouraged to apply
• Strong communication skills with children and parents, plus a warm chairside manner
• Team-oriented, growth-minded, and excited about helping build a new practice
• Willing to travel between the Belmont and SouthPark locations