Full-Time Associate Orthodontist: Autonomy, Growth & Leadership

Five Point Dental Specialists; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and Malprac e

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k)

Continuing education allowance

Structured onboarding

Discounted orthodontic care

Job summary

Five Point Dental Specialists in North Dallas, Plano & Wylie, TX seeks an experienced Associate Orthodontist for a full-time role. You will provide comprehensive orthodontic care for children, adolescents, and adults, using fixed appliances and clear aligners, while maintaining high standards of patient safety and documentation.

You will independently manage cases from diagnosis through retention, mentor the clinical team, and collaborate with referring providers to ensure exceptional outcomes

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school.
• Completion of an accredited orthodontic residency program with a certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
• Active Texas dental license or ability to obtain licensure before starting.
• Extensive independent practice experience as an orthodontist after specialty training.
• Strong proficiency with fixed appliances and clear aligner therapy.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive orthodontic care for children, adolescents, and adults using fixed appliances, clear aligners, and other modalities.
• Independently manage cases from diagnosis and treatment planning to finishing and retention.
• Evaluate records, monitor progress, and adjust treatment for optimal outcomes.
• Communicate treatment plans, progress, and expectations clearly to patients and families.
• Lead and mentor clinical team members to ensure consistent care and a positive patient experience.
• Collaborate with referring providers and dental specialists on interdisciplinary cases.

Skills

Orthodontic leadership

Team mentoring

Clear aligner therapy

Fixed appliances

Education

DDS or DMD

Orthodontic residency

Orthodontics certificate (Dentofacial Orthopedics)

Job description

Five Point Dental Specialists in North Dallas, Plano & Wylie, TX seeks an experienced Associate Orthodontist for a full-time role. You will provide comprehensive orthodontic care for children, adolescents, and adults, using fixed appliances and clear aligners, while maintaining high standards of patient safety and documentation.

You will independently manage cases from diagnosis through retention, mentor the clinical team, and collaborate with referring providers to ensure exceptional outcomes