Certificate from a CODA-accredited orthodontic residency program
Active Georgia dental license or eligibility to obtain one
Current BLS/CPR certification
Compliance with Georgia continuing education requirements
Ability to obtain malpractice coverage
Ability to pass a background check and credentialing
Responsibilities
Examine, diagnose, and treat malocclusions and dentofacial irregularities
Develop and deliver individualized treatment plans using various orthodontic appliances
Provide complimentary consultations and explain treatment options
Manage two-phase treatment and coordinate with oral surgeons and general dentists
Review digital records and monitor treatment progress
Supervise and collaborate with orthodontic assistants and clinical staff
Maintain accurate clinical documentation
Follow infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA standards
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Malpractice coverage, CE allowance, and health benefits
Flexible 14-days-per-month schedule
Supportive clinical and administrative team
Opportunities for growth in a busy, expanding practice
Full Job Description
Description
Full-Time Orthodontist (14 Days/Month): Douglasville & Union City, GA
The Opportunity
We are hiring a full-time Orthodontist to join our team across our Douglasville and Union City offices. The schedule is 14 clinical days per month, giving you full-time income potential with real flexibility in your week and month. You'll join an established, well-reviewed practice with a supportive clinical team and a steady patient base.
Responsibilities
Examine, diagnose, and treat malocclusions and dentofacial irregularities in patients of all ages
Develop and deliver individualized treatment plans using braces, clear aligners, and other appliances
Provide complimentary consultations and explain treatment options, timelines, and costs
Manage two-phase treatment, dentofacial orthopedics, and coordination with oral surgeons and general dentists for surgical cases
Review digital records, scans, and radiographs; monitor progress and adjust treatment
Supervise and collaborate with orthodontic assistants and clinical staff, in compliance with Georgia scope-of-practice rules
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
Follow infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA standards
Uphold the practice's patient-first culture
Qualifications and Requirements
Education and licensure (Georgia)
DDS or DMD from a CODA-accredited dental school
Certificate (or MS/MSD) from a CODA-accredited orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedics residency program
Active, unrestricted Georgia dental license issued by the Georgia Board of Dentistry, or eligibility to obtain one before the start date (license by examination or credentials, per Board requirements)
Current BLS/CPR certification
Compliance with Georgia continuing education requirements for license renewal
Ability to obtain professional liability (malpractice) coverage
Ability to pass a background check and credentialing
Clinical skills
Proficiency in comprehensive orthodontic treatment for children, teens, and adults
Experience with clear aligner therapy (Invisalign®) and digital treatment planning
Familiarity with digital scanning and practice management software
Preferred
Board-certified or board-eligible by the American Board of Orthodontics
Experience with LightForce, dentofacial orthopedics, or surgical orthodontic cases
Membership in AAO, ADA, or Georgia Dental Association
Personal qualities
Warm, patient-centered communication with children and families
Strong teamwork and leadership skills
Dependable and comfortable moving between two office locations
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive compensation
Malpractice coverage, CE allowance, and health benefits
Flexible 14-days-per-month schedule
Supportive, experienced clinical and administrative team
Room to grow with a busy, expanding two-office practice
