Associate Orthodontist
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Job Description
Grow Your Career with an Established Orthodontic Team!
Amazing Smiles Orthodontics is looking for a motivated Associate Orthodontist to join our growing team in the Greater St. Louis area, with a primary focus on our St. Peters, Missouri, office. This is an opportunity to join an established, thriving orthodontic organization with a strong patient base, an experienced team, and the resources to help you build a rewarding long-term career.
We are seeking a full-time Associate Orthodontist, 4 days per week, who is clinically confident, driven, and excited to grow professionally. Whether you're an experienced orthodontist or a recent residency graduate, you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, deliver exceptional patient care, and continue developing your clinical, leadership, and business skills.
About the Practice
At Amazing Smiles Orthodontics, you won't have to build a practice from the ground up. You'll step into an established organization with a strong patient base and a reputation for providing personalized orthodontic care to children, teens, and adults.
Our treatment options include traditional braces and Invisalign, and our team is proud to be a Diamond-Plus Invisalign Provider.
You'll work alongside experienced orthodontists and a dedicated clinical and administrative team, giving you the support you need to focus on patient care, build lasting relationships with families, and achieve excellent clinical outcomes.
As part of Southern Orthodontic Partners, you'll also benefit from operational and administrative support that allows you to concentrate on practicing orthodontics and growing your career, without taking on the day-to-day responsibilities of running a business.
Why Amazing Smiles?
- Established orthodontic organization with four locations throughout the Greater St. Louis area
- Full-time schedule, 4 days per week
- Primary patient care at our St. Peters, Missouri, office
- Established patient base with opportunities for continued growth
- Experienced orthodontic team and dedicated clinical support staff
- Competitive per diem compensation plus production bonus program
- Doctor stipend
- Continuing education stipend
- Relocation assistance, if applicable
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability, and 401(k)
- Malpractice insurance
- A people-first culture focused on teamwork and quality care
Why St. Peters and the Greater St. Louis Area?
St. Peters offers an appealing balance of suburban comfort, convenience, and access to everything the St. Louis region has to offer. With established neighborhoods, shopping, restaurants, parks, and recreational opportunities nearby, it's a great place to put down roots while enjoying a comfortable lifestyle outside the office.
When you're ready for a night out or a weekend adventure, downtown St. Louis is within reach. Catch a Cardinals or Blues game, explore Forest Park, visit the St. Louis Zoo, discover local restaurants and breweries, or enjoy the area's concerts, museums, and festivals. There's always something to do, whether you're looking for outdoor recreation, family-friendly activities, or a lively city experience.
For an orthodontist considering relocation, the area offers a compelling combination of suburban living, access to a major metropolitan market, and a lifestyle that can accommodate a range of interests and stages of life.
At Amazing Smiles, you won't have to choose between clinical autonomy, professional growth, and a great lifestyle. You'll have an established patient base, a dedicated support team, and the backing of Southern Orthodontic Partners, giving you the opportunity to focus on exceptional patient care while building the career you want.
Visit our website here: Amazing Smiles - St. Peters
Interested in Learning More?
Contact CMarciniak@SouthernOP.com to learn more about this opportunity or start a conversation.
Requirements
- Full-time availability, 4 days per week, including rotating Fridays and occasional Saturdays as needed
- DDS or DMD from an accredited dental education program
- Certificate of completion from an accredited postgraduate orthodontic residency program
- Current, valid dental license appropriate for practicing in Missouri, or the ability to obtain one
Key Responsibilities
The Associate Orthodontist will provide high-quality orthodontic care to children, teens, and adults using traditional braces and Invisalign. They will work collaboratively with an experienced clinical and administrative team to ensure excellent patient outcomes.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Orthodontics Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.1% of Missouri clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Dentist median $354k (middle half $229k–$385k)45 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Missouri index 90.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Missouri | 141 active | 5,807 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Missouri healthcare professional listings: 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 4% offer loan repayment141 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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