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Patient Care Coordinator

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

Present proposed orthodontic treatment plans to patients and/or parents. * Explain treatment ... A working knowledge of general administrative practices, including data entry, filing, and office ...

Premiere 1 Dental lab

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Daily Responsibilities: * Documentation of all communication with clients in lab data entry ... Orthodontic knowledge * CDT preferred * Microsoft Outlook proficiency * Basic Excel understanding ...

4 KIDS DENTAL LLC

Dental Front Desk

Hialeah, FL · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

... pediatric orthodontic clinic in Hialeah, FL. This role is perfect for a person with excellent ... Support administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and patient record management. Collaborate ...

4 KIDS DENTAL LLC

Dental Front Desk

Hialeah, FL · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

... pediatric orthodontic clinic in Hialeah, FL. This role is perfect for a person with excellent ... Support administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and patient record management.

LIBERTY DENTAL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Process claims involving Coordination of Benefits (COB) and Orthodontic services. * Perform high-volume data entry while maintaining established quality and productivity standards. * Maintain current ...

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How much do entry orthodontist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry orthodontist in the United States is $309,402.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $250,000.00 and $374,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an entry orthodontist?

Entry Orthodontists are dental professionals who have recently completed their orthodontic training and are beginning their careers in the field. They specialize in diagnosing, preventing, and treating dental and facial irregularities such as misaligned teeth and jaws. Entry Orthodontists typically work under supervision or as associates in established practices, gradually building experience and expertise. Their responsibilities may include conducting patient assessments, creating treatment plans, and applying braces or other corrective devices. They play a crucial role in helping patients achieve improved oral health and confident smiles.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an entry orthodontist?

To thrive as an Entry Orthodontist, you need a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree, completion of an accredited orthodontic residency, and state licensure. Familiarity with digital imaging software, 3D modeling tools, and orthodontic appliances like braces and aligners is important. Strong interpersonal communication, attention to detail, and patient empathy are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accurate diagnoses, effective treatment planning, and positive patient relationships essential for successful orthodontic outcomes.

What are common challenges faced by entry-level orthodontists during their first year?

As an entry-level orthodontist, you may encounter challenges such as managing a busy patient schedule while ensuring high-quality care, getting accustomed to different treatment planning software, and building rapport with both patients and their families. Additionally, you will need to collaborate closely with dental assistants, hygienists, and other dentists, which can require strong communication and teamwork skills. It's also common to face a learning curve in balancing clinical duties with administrative responsibilities, but many practices provide mentorship to help you succeed.

What is the difference between Entry Orthodontist vs General Dentist?

AspectEntry OrthodontistGeneral Dentist
CredentialsDental degree, Orthodontic residency, State licenseDental degree, State license
Work EnvironmentSpecialized orthodontic clinics, private practicesGeneral dental offices, clinics, hospitals
Industry UsageFocus on braces, aligners, orthodontic treatmentsBroad dental services including fillings, extractions, preventive care

Entry Orthodontists specialize in orthodontic treatments like braces and aligners, requiring additional training after dental school. General Dentists provide a wide range of dental care services. While both roles require a dental degree and licensure, Entry Orthodontists focus on orthodontic procedures, whereas General Dentists handle overall oral health.

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Infographic showing various Entry Orthodontist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, and 22% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $309,402 per year, or $148.8 per hour.

Practice Manager - Westrock Orthodontics

Rock Dental Brands

West Memphis, AR • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Rock Dental Brands rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Can you inspire, lead and grow an orthodontic practice? We're looking for a "growth engineer" aka office manager extraordinaire! The Practice Manager is the foundation of Rock Dental Brands success. Through consistent daily monitoring, and weekly reporting, the Practice Manager is Rock Dental Brands' front-line supervisor and business manager.
In summary: the Practice Manager has the overall responsibility for planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the work and resources involved in running a service oriented healthcare practice. The goal is to ensure the company vision is attained, the values are upheld and a dynamic environment is created.
Skills
  • Strong management and leadership skills
  • Ability to work well with public
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Extensive organization skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to multitask
  • Excellent time management skills

What You'll Do
  • Provide day-to-day leadership to the practice; Partner with Regional Manager to execute on business objectives and provide insights on execution at our locations in West Memphis, Helena, Forrest City and Blytheville, AR.
  • Serve as liaison between doctors/providers and staff regarding work assignments and clinical priorities
  • Conduct audits of patient schedules; quality of data entry and patient information; consistency of patient consultations and financial presentations; internal referral process; and supply orders and utilization
  • Assist front office team as needed in presenting post-exam consultations and financing options
  • Partner with Recruiting team to identify, select, and hire high performing candidates
  • Perform team member development including but not limited to training, continuous coaching conversations, performance documentation, and disciplinary action as needed.
  • Create and manage weekly team member schedules and labor costs

Who We're Looking For
  • Someone dedicated to going above and beyond to ensure the best customer service and patient experience
  • Excellent communicator and motivator to confidently lead our teams by building relationships of trust, open communication, and a collaborative office culture
  • Well-organized, adaptable individual who is comfortable managing diverse teams while handling changing priorities

The Perks!
  • Competitive pay and monthly bonus structure
  • Growth and advancement opportunities for leadership roles
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k)
  • Wide variety of additional benefits including:
    • Medical
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • Short-term and Long-term Disability
    • Health Saving Account
    • Supplement Life Insurance for you or your dependents
    • Uniform and Shoe Stipend

Basic
  • Customer service experience
  • Intermediate Google Suite proficiency, specifically Sheets & Documents
  • Management Experience: 2-3 years (Required)

Preferred Qualifications
  • Dental office management experience, especially in a multi-specialty office, highly preferred
  • Knowledge or use of an orthodontic practice management software
  • CPR-BLS, RDA, or other related dental certifications

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