Orthodontist

Full-Time Orthodontist (14 Days/Month): Douglasville & Union City, GA

Southern Smiles Orthodontics
7475 Douglas Blvd, Ste 201, Douglasville, GA 30135
4720 Jonesboro Rd, Union City, GA 30291

About Us

Southern Smiles Orthodontics provides orthodontic care for children and adults in Douglasville, Union City, and the greater Atlanta area. We treat patients the way we'd want to be treated, with respect, courtesy, and clear communication, in a warm, family-friendly environment. We offer traditional metal, ceramic, and gold braces, Invisalign® clear aligners, LightForce, two-phase treatment, dentofacial orthopedics, surgical orthodontics, and diode laser treatment.

The Opportunity

We are hiring a full-time Orthodontist to join our team across our Douglasville and Union City offices. The schedule is 14 clinical days per month, giving you full-time income potential with real flexibility in your week and month. You'll join an established, well-reviewed practice with a supportive clinical team and a steady patient base.

Responsibilities

• Examine, diagnose, and treat malocclusions and dentofacial irregularities in patients of all ages
• Develop and deliver individualized treatment plans using braces, clear aligners, and other appliances
• Provide complimentary consultations and explain treatment options, timelines, and costs
• Manage two-phase treatment, dentofacial orthopedics, and coordination with oral surgeons and general dentists for surgical cases
• Review digital records, scans, and radiographs; monitor progress and adjust treatment
• Supervise and collaborate with orthodontic assistants and clinical staff, in compliance with Georgia scope-of-practice rules
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
• Follow infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA standards
• Uphold the practice's patient-first culture

Qualifications and Requirements

Education and licensure (Georgia)

• DDS or DMD from a CODA-accredited dental school
• Certificate (or MS/MSD) from a CODA-accredited orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedics residency program
• Active, unrestricted Georgia dental license issued by the Georgia Board of Dentistry, or eligibility to obtain one before the start date (license by examination or credentials, per Board requirements)
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Compliance with Georgia continuing education requirements for license renewal
• Ability to obtain professional liability (malpractice) coverage
• Ability to pass a background check and credentialing

Clinical skills

• Proficiency in comprehensive orthodontic treatment for children, teens, and adults
• Experience with clear aligner therapy (Invisalign®) and digital treatment planning
• Familiarity with digital scanning and practice management software

Preferred

• Board-certified or board-eligible by the American Board of Orthodontics
• Experience with LightForce, dentofacial orthopedics, or surgical orthodontic cases
• Membership in AAO, ADA, or Georgia Dental Association

Personal qualities

• Warm, patient-centered communication with children and families
• Strong teamwork and leadership skills
• Dependable and comfortable moving between two office locations

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Malpractice coverage, CE allowance, and health benefits
• Flexible 14-days-per-month schedule
• Supportive, experienced clinical and administrative team
• Room to grow with a busy, expanding two-office practice