Orthodontist

DentistFull-Time

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Job Description

Orthodontist

Are you passionate about creating beautiful, healthy smiles? Join Diamond Braces as an Orthodontist! Enjoy growth opportunities, great benefits, and a supportive team that's all about delivering world-class orthodontic care. Ready to make smiles your business? We’d love to meet you!

Why Diamond Braces?

At Diamond Braces, your career growth is our priority. We provide continuous opportunities to learn, advance, and take on new challenges. As part of our team, you’ll have a clear path to success, with the support and resources you need to reach your professional goals while making a meaningful impact on our clients’ lives.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
  • Mentorship and onboarding programs
  • Health, Dental, Malpractice, and Vision insurance packages
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k)
  • Discounted orthodontic care for you and your family
  • Continue education allowance (CE)
  • Ample growth & advancement opportunities
  • Convenient office locations

Essential Functions

  • Diagnose and Treat Malocclusions: Examine patients’ dental and skeletal structure to identify and diagnose alignment issues and develop treatment plans to address these concerns.
  • Design and Implement Orthodontic Treatment: Use various orthodontic appliances, including braces and aligners, to correct bite issues, misaligned teeth, and jaw discrepancies.
  • Monitor Patient Progress: Regularly assess the effectiveness of treatment plans, making necessary adjustments to ensure optimal outcomes for each patient.
  • Educate Patients on Oral Health: Provide guidance and education to patients and their families on maintaining oral health during and after orthodontic treatment.
  • Collaborate with Dental Team: Work closely with dental assistants, hygienists, and other team members to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
  • Maintain Accurate Patient Records: Document treatment plans, progress notes, and other relevant information in patient records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Ensure Patient Comfort and Satisfaction: Create a positive experience for every patient by addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing compassionate care.
  • Stay Updated with Orthodontic Advances: Continuously update your knowledge and skills through continuing education and training to provide the best care possible.
  • Stay Flexible: Be ready to handle additional tasks as required, adapting to the changing needs of the practice.

Preferred Qualifications

  • DDS or DMD degree with specialized training in orthodontics.
  • Valid orthodontic license (state-specific requirements apply).
  • Strong diagnostic and treatment planning skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous learning.

Who We Are

At Diamond Braces, we believe in improving lives through healthier smiles. Our mission is to provide orthodontic care that is affordable, accessible, and delivered with amazing customer service. We’re committed to making every smile count, and we live by our “No Smile Left Behind” philosophy.

Additional Information

  • This position could be full or part time and local travel between offices may be required.
  • Salary is based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and help our clients achieve the smile of their dreams, apply today!

Key Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat malocclusions using orthodontic appliances like braces and aligners to correct bite and alignment issues. Monitor patient progress and collaborate with the dental team to provide comprehensive oral health care.

Requirements

Requires a DDS or DMD degree with specialized training in orthodontics and a valid state orthodontic license. Candidates should possess strong diagnostic skills and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Orthodontic DiagnosisMalocclusion TreatmentPatient EducationPatient Record ManagementInterpersonal CommunicationClinical CareOral Health Guidance

Orthodontics Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Dentist market look like in New York?
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Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 25% in dentistranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedDentist median $354k (middle half $260k–$400k)49 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingNew York index 107.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dentist listings in New York283 active5,778 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew York healthcare professional listings: 28% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment283 active listings, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,154 Dentist listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Orthodontist at Diamond Braces Orthodontist: Braces & Invisalign a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dentist — ranked against 3,154 active Dentist listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 6.6
Better work-life than 80% of Dentist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Diamond Braces Orthodontist: Braces & Invisalign

Hospitals and Health Care
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Malpractice insurance
Vision insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k)
Discounted orthodontic care
Continuing education allowance (CE)

Living in New York

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$875k
Typical market rent
$4,089/mo
Residents’ average commute
40 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.