What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Orthodontist position at Smithfield Dental Care?
Join a Trusted Community Practice Serving Families for 25 Years
Smithfield Dental Care is seeking a compassionate and skilled Orthodontist, part time, to join our established, patient-focused team. For over 25 years, our practice has proudly served the Smithfield community with high-quality general, pediatric, and orthodontic care. As our patient base continues to grow, we’re excited to continue offering dedicated orthodontic services to help us elevate the level of care we offer to our patients and their families.
Position Responsibilities
- Examine, diagnose and develop treatment plans for patients with malocclusion and other orthodontic needs
- Provide treatment with braces, clear aligners, retainers and other appliances
- Monitor progress and adjust treatment as needed
- Review records, radiographs and scans to support treatment planning
- Communicate clearly with patients and parents about treatment options, timelines and costs
- Work closely with our general dentists, pediatric dentist, hygienists and clinical team on referrals and coordinated care
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Create a comfortable, warm and positive experience for every patient
Qualifications
- DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
- Completion of an accredited orthodontic residency program
- Active Utah dental license with orthodontic specialty credentials, or eligibility to obtain one
- Current DEA registration and CPR certification
- Strong clinical skills and a gentle chairside manner with children, teens and adults
- Clear communicator who works well as part of a team
- New graduates welcome to apply
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Paid CE and professional development support
- Relocation assistance available
- Well-established patient base and strong new-patient flow
Why Join Smithfield Dental Care?
- Long-standing community trust – 25 years serving the Smithfield area
- Collaborative, supportive team – Work alongside 2 experienced general dentists and 1 pediatric dentist
- Built-in patient demand – Strong referral base and growing need for orthodontic specialty care
- Family-focused environment – We emphasize comfort, communication, and creating positive lifelong dental experiences
- Modern practice – Up-to-date technology, well-trained support staff, and highly efficient clinical systems
- Labs - Multiple scanners and an in-house lab for creating same-day retainers
About Us
Smithfield Dental Care has been a trusted dental home for families in Northern Utah for more than 25 years. With general, orthodontic, and pediatric services under one roof, we’re committed to providing exceptional, convenient care for every member of the family. We value teamwork, kindness, and clinical excellence—and we’re excited to welcome an orthodontist who shares our vision.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $150,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $150,000