Associate Orthodontist

FRESA SMILES • Contract • Houston, Texas, United States • 1d ago

About Fresa Smiles

At Fresa Smiles, we are dedicated to bringing high-quality, accessible orthodontic care to our communities. We provide state-of-the-art facilities, modern equipment, experienced clinical support staff, and fully managed patient flow so you can focus entirely on delivering exceptional clinical outcomes.

We are actively expanding and seeking a dynamic, efficient Orthodontist to jump in immediately at our Aldine location and expand existing clinical days at our Mission Bend location.

Why Join Us?

High-Volume, High-Reward Environment: Our ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable targeting 20+ ortho starts per clinical day.
Competitive Base Rate + Lucrative Bonuses: Earn a guaranteed hourly rate plus uncapped bonuses for starts and efficient treatment completions.
Full Turnkey Practice Support: We supply all facilities, top-tier orthodontic equipment, supplies, and dedicated staff—no operational overhead for you.
Flexible Scheduling: Guaranteed monthly day commitments with ample opportunity to add more days as patient volume grows.

Compensation & Benefits Package

Our compensation model is structured to reward high productivity and excellent patient outcomes:

Base Rate: $1,200 - $1500/day for an 8-hour shift)
Case Start Bonus: $50 per orthodontic case start (At 20 starts/day, that’s an extra $1,000/day)
On-Time Debond Bonus: $150 per debond completed on schedule
Guaranteed Days: Minimum two 8-hour days per month guaranteed
Payout: Direct deposit on the 15th of each month via Gusto

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning, and care to pediatric and adult patients consistent with professional standards.
Maintain a efficient patient flow, targeting 20+ case starts on scheduled ortho days.
Lead and direct on-site clinical assistants to ensure smooth patient appointments and accurate chart documentation.
Manage patient treatment timelines to achieve successful, on-time debonds.

Qualifications & Requirements

DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school with a specialty certificate in Orthodontics.
Active and unencumbered Texas Dental License.
Active Malpractice Insurance coverage.
Proven ability to manage high-volume patient days efficiently without sacrificing quality of care.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage patients and families.

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