Orthodontist

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$300k–$450k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Overview

Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, an affiliate of Chord Specialty Dental Partners, is currently seeking an Orthodontist to serve our pediatric patients in Tennessee! We have full time and part time opportunities available!

This is a great opportunity for long-term career and financial success. This opportunity is open to both experienced providers and recent graduates of orthodontic residency programs!

Highly competitive compensation package includes

  • Bonus eligibility
  • Annual CE Reimbursement
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Additional tax-savings: Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HC FSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)

  • Disability Coverage: Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company paid malpractice insurance
  • Unparalleled operational support

Patient care is of the utmost priority at Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, and our philosophy is to give our talented providers the autonomy to do what they do best, while providing all the support and resources needed to be successful.

Responsibilities

To apply, send CV to lnieman@chordsdp.com

Chord Specialty Dental Partners is a leading, multi-specialty Dental Support Organization (DSO). We support the provision of preventive services, diagnostic imaging, and a full range of restorative dental care for our affiliated pediatric practices, orthodontic locations, and ambulatory surgery centers at more than 60 locations across six states. Leveraging the latest equipment and technology, our affiliated dentists provide comprehensive dental care to our patients – from infants to adolescents—in a fun, welcoming environment.

At Chord, our goal is to provide the highest level of business and operational support, allowing our affiliated dental care teams to focus on true patient-centered care. From financial management to human resources and business development, our professionals work to support our partner practices, improving patient experience and access to dental care. We’re proud to play a role in dental practice success, and even more honored to be making a difference in the lives of children in the communities we serve.

If you're looking for a rewarding career in a growing company with room for advancement, look no further! We're always expanding our team at our Home Support Office based out of Nashville, TN as well as our teams within our offices. These in-office opportunities include Doctors, Dental Assistants, Patient Service Representatives, Orthodontic Assistants, and more.

Visit our website: www.chordsdp.com

Qualifications

  • DDS or DMD accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
  • Certificate in Orthodontics

Current, valid license to practice dentistry in state where providing care; license must be in good standing or eligible for licensure

No sanctions for Medicare, Medicaid, or any licensing board

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Orthodontics Career Context

Chord Specialty Dental Partners holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 6 active listings.

Of the 31 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% have no call, 6% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$375k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $408k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$375k midpoint, that is roughly $15k–$26k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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About Chord Specialty Dental Partners

Hospitals and Health Care
Nashville, Tennessee
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Bonus eligibility
Annual CE Reimbursement
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HC FSA)
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
Short-Term Disability (STD)
Long-Term Disability (LTD)
401(k) with company match