Associate Orthodontist- Premier Orthodontics

Piedmont Dental Specialists•Charlotte, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Premier Orthodontics is a growing orthodontic practice serving the Charlotte metro area, with locations in Belmont and SouthPark. The associate will help build and grow the practice, shaping its patient experience, clinical systems, and culture. The practice operates within an established pediatric dental office, providing a built-in flow of young patients and families and daily collaboration with pediatric dentists. Scheduling, insurance, financial arrangements, and front-office operations are handled by the team so the orthodontist can focus on patient care. The position offers full-time or part-time weekday schedules, Monday through Friday, with no weekends. Part-time schedules are created from the available weekdays based on practice needs, and providers rotate between the Belmont and SouthPark offices. Compensation includes a competitive base based on experience and incentive pay for new case starts and completed debonds. The role may grow into additional responsibility and leadership as the practice expands.

Requirements

DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school.
Certificate in Orthodontics from a CODA-accredited residency program.
Active North Carolina dental license, or eligibility to obtain one before starting.
Strong communication skills with children and parents, and a warm chairside manner.
Team-oriented and growth-minded, with enthusiasm for helping build a new practice.
Willingness to travel between the Belmont and SouthPark locations.
Must be available to work on weekdays, Monday through Friday; part-time schedules are built from these weekdays based on practice needs.

Nice To Haves

Board certification by the American Board of Orthodontics, or progress toward it.
New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive orthodontic examinations, diagnosis, and treatment planning for children, teens, and adults.
Provide Phase I/interceptive care, comprehensive braces, and clear-aligner treatment.
Present treatment recommendations clearly and confidently to patients and parents to support case acceptance.
Collaborate with pediatric dentists on early screening, referrals, and coordinated care.
Direct and support clinical assistants to maintain efficient, on-schedule patient flow.
Monitor treatment progress; manage finishing, debonds, and retention.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical records and documentation.
Help develop clinical protocols, quality standards, and a positive patient experience as the practice grows.
Build community and referral relationships that support practice growth.