Orthodontist
Listed compensation
$87k-$222k
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Job Description
We are seeking an Orthodontist to join our team on a Part Time basis ~5 days per month.
At Sonrava Health, we provide a lifetime of comprehensive dental services to our patients, and we need skilled Orthodontists like you to make it happen.
Our team of Orthodontists perform a variety of orthodontic procedures on children and adult patients. In addition to Twin Brackets, patients have the option of clear aligners. We’re big on teamwork, so you’ll be working with trained assistants to provide the best treatment for your patients. We want you to be able to build a relationship with your patients as you transform their smiles.
- We welcome Orthodontists of all different experience levels, including recent graduates, to join our team.
- Here's a few reasons why Orthodontists love to work with us:
- Doctors have Autonomy in creating treatment plans while providing direct care to their patients.
Our Orthodontists have the option to connect with Orthodontists in our Quality Management Department to receive Guidance and Mentorship.
We are an established organization with an Expert Clinical & Operations Leadership Team focused on giving our patients the best experience.
Offices receive Corporate Support from departments including: Billing, Marketing, Call Center, Procurement, IT, Facilities, Human Resources, Legal, and more!
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to determine orthodontic needs and treatment options
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients, including the use of braces, aligners, and other orthodontic appliances
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, treatment procedures, and post-treatment care
- Collaborate with other specialists and general dentists to deliver the best possible care
- Ability to travel to various dental practices in assigned region
- Ensure all work is compliant with safety, OSHA, and infection control standards
- Benefits for FT Providers
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Continuing Education
- 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program
Qualifications
- DMD or DDS with Orthodontic Certificate from an accredited dental school
- Active, unrestricted state dental license
- CPR/BLS certification
- DEA certification
NPI Number
Western Dental Services, Inc. and all relevant affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Orthodontics Career Context
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$155k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $140k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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Living in National City
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $710k≈ 8.2× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $2,457/mo≈ 34% of gross pay
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 111.9
- State income tax
- Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).
BEA 2024 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.