Explore Orthodontist Jobs

Orthodontists diagnose, prevent, and treat dental and facial irregularities, helping patients improve their oral health, bite, and smile. Their work may include evaluating patients, designing treatment plans, fitting braces or clear aligners, monitoring progress, and coordinating care with dentists and other specialists. Explore orthodontist opportunities on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Orthodontists Do

Orthodontist responsibilities vary by practice and patient population. Common duties include conducting examinations, reviewing imaging and dental records, recommending corrective treatments, overseeing appliances, and adjusting plans as patients progress. Orthodontists may work in private practices, group dental organizations, hospitals, academic settings, or other healthcare environments.

Orthodontist Career Paths

Orthodontists are dental specialists who typically complete dental school followed by an accredited orthodontic residency. With experience, they may take on leadership or ownership responsibilities, mentor clinical teams, teach, or focus on particular patient populations and treatment approaches. Career options and requirements vary by employer and location.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for a dental degree, completion of orthodontic specialty training, and an active license in the state where the role is based. Board certification may be preferred for some positions. Strong candidates combine clinical judgment and technical skill with clear communication, attention to detail, and a patient-centered approach.

Find Orthodontist Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted orthodontist openings with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by location, employer, and role requirements, then review each listing for details about responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation. Job availability and salary depend on the position, experience, and market.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$180K - $220K *

Engage with cross-functional leaders to elevate product strategy and execution. Drive innovation in product development, leveraging AI to enhance customer value and business performance across a diver...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $115K *

Optimize security measures by leading technical solutions to mitigate information risks. Ensure compliance with corporate policies and oversee incident response, safeguarding all computing platforms a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $105K *

Oversee clinic operations across multiple locations, ensuring operational excellence and team development. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance patient experience and drive strategic growth while...

Atlanta, GARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K *

Empower your career in a fully remote psychiatry role, focusing on child and adolescent care. Join a supportive team dedicated to expanding access to mental health services while enjoying flexible sch...

Wisconsin Dells, WIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Drive WellTheory's growth in benefits consulting by cultivating strong partnerships, educating consultants, and supporting client strategies. This hands-on, individual contributor role requires strate...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $123K *

Manage the fiscal and administrative operations of the Oncology/Hematology Division, ensuring compliance with policies while collaborating with multiple organizations to achieve educational, research...

Omaha, NERemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Deliver expert advisory services to life sciences firms, optimizing government pricing strategies and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with clients to support project execution and drive impactful out...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Engage with customers to define and quantify business value, shaping strategies across the customer lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to develop frameworks and tools that enable consistent value measu...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $240K *

Unlock your potential as a Product + Design Strategist, leading ambiguous projects from concept to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative, user-centered experiences an...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $112K *

Unlock potential by delivering tailored occupational therapy to students, fostering their growth through individualized treatment plans and collaboration with a dedicated interdisciplinary team, ensur...

Indiana, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Champion contractor performance by leading training and compliance efforts, enhancing safety and quality in telecommunications construction. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks and drive improv...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Innovate clinical quality systems for scalable care delivery, ensuring standards meet payer expectations and driving measurable performance improvements across independent health providers...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $95K *

Transform sales performance by driving market share growth and nurturing enduring relationships with Endodontists. Utilize your expertise in endodontic products to achieve targeted sales and navigate...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming procurement operations through innovative strategies and data-driven solutions. Leverage your consulting expertise to enhance client outcomes and drive impactful change...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$60K - $103K *

Build relationships and manage candidate pipelines to source, screen, and hire qualified clinical talent in anesthesia. Drive recruitment initiatives while ensuring compliance and fostering effective...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$255K - $335K *

Transform the oncology development landscape by leading clinical trials, integrating teams, and driving innovative strategies that meet patient needs while optimizing project execution and collaborati...

South San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $112K *

Manage patient care by providing skilled nursing services in home settings, coordinating care, and educating families. Enjoy flexibility and autonomy while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team...

Waverly, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$163K - $218K *

Lead the strategy and delivery of enterprise applications, optimizing technology platforms to enhance clinical care and business operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvemen...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing user access security and efficiency. As an IAM Analyst, you'll streamline access operations, implement policies, and drive automation to protect sensitive inf...

Sayre, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion cost analysis excellence across complex projects, ensuring accurate reporting and strategic guidance. Collaborate with teams to enhance cost control systems and drive successful project deliv...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K *

Shape the future of IT security by enhancing compliance and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks and implement effective solutions, ensuring the organization meet...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to elevate dental account performance, cultivating strong relationships with practices and DSOs. Drive growth through strategic insights and hands-on support, positioning our solut...

Dallas, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in providing remote clinical oversight for Dermatology PAs, ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with regulations. Collaborate with a dedicated team to foster clinical exc...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Lead transformative initiatives by designing and optimizing open source solutions, leveraging your expertise in Kubernetes and AI to drive customer success and innovation in cloud infrastructure...

Austin, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Design innovative solutions for customer challenges through expert guidance in cloud engineering and distributed systems, utilizing open-source technologies and collaboration to enhance product offeri...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an orthodontist do?question toggle

    An orthodontist diagnoses and treats misaligned teeth and jaws. Common responsibilities include evaluating patients, planning treatment, fitting or overseeing braces and clear aligners, and monitoring results.

  • What qualifications are required to become an orthodontist?question toggle

    Orthodontists generally complete dental school, an accredited orthodontic residency, and the licensing requirements for the state where they practice. Specific employer requirements may differ.

  • Where do orthodontists work?question toggle

    Orthodontists may work in private practices, group dental organizations, hospitals, academic institutions, and other healthcare settings.

  • How much do orthodontist jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on location, experience, employer, and role. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for compensation details.

  • How can I find orthodontist jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse orthodontist listings on Ladders and refine your search by location or other preferences. Review each posting for its responsibilities, qualifications, and salary information.