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Craniofacial Orthodontist
The Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Utah is seeking a board-eligible or ABO board-certified Craniofacial Orthodontist to join our multidisciplinary team beginning August 1, 2025. Applicants must have completed a 12-month university-based craniofacial orthodontic fellowship, preferably hospital-based. This is a Full-time Faculty Position at the Assistant Professor Level on the Clinical Track. The position supports program growth associated with
Expansion to the new Lehi Hospital craniofacial program
Coverage for the Salt Lake Primary Children's Hospital orthodontic clinic
* Addition of a second Cleft Team Clinic beginning March 2026
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
Provide comprehensive orthodontic evaluation and treatment for congenital and acquired craniofacial anomalies, cleft conditions, and facial trauma from infancy through adulthood.
Deliver care in outpatient, inpatient, and operating-room settings.
Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary cleft and craniofacial team, plastic surgeons, speech pathologists, pediatric specialists, and other providers.
Establish and maintain an orthodontic practice within the University of Utah Health system.
* Participate in education, team conferences, and outreach to offsite satellite clinics in the Salt Lake Valley.
Qualifications Required
Board Eligible or Board Certified in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
DDS, DMD, or equivalent degree
Completion of a 12-month university-based craniofacial orthodontic fellowship (hospital-based preferred)
Utah State Dental License
* Ability to obtain credentials with the University of Utah and Primary Children's Hospital
About University Of Utah Health
University of Utah Health is a nationally recognized academic health system known for excellence, compassion, collaboration, and innovation. We value candidates who are committed to fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, diversity, and respect. Our mission-driven teams strive to provide exceptional patient-focused care for our community.
Application Instructions
Please apply online at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/195515
Required Application Materials
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
For questions, please contact: Kallie Handy, Director, Division of Plastic Surgery - kallie.handy@hsc.utah.edu
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
Department: 00262 - Plastic & Reconstruct Surgery
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Track: Non Tenure Track
Close Date
Open Until Filled: Yes
Requisition Number: PRN03997F
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To Request a Reasonable Accommodation For a Disability Or If You Or Someone You Know Has Experienced Discrimination Or Sexual Misconduct Including Sexual Harassment, You May Contact The Director/Title IX Coordinator In The Office Of Equal Opportunity And Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More Information, Including The Director/Title IX Coordinator's Office Address, Electronic Mail Address, And Telephone Number Can Be Located At https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/. Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.
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Craniofacial Orthodontist
The Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Utah is seeking a board-eligible or ABO board-certified Craniofacial Orthodontist to join our multidisciplinary team beginning August 1, 2025. Applicants must have completed a 12-month university-based craniofacial orthodontic fellowship, preferably hospital-based. This is a Full-time Faculty Position at the Assistant Professor Level on the Clinical Track. The position supports program growth associated with
Expansion to the new Lehi Hospital craniofacial program
Coverage for the Salt Lake Primary Children's Hospital orthodontic clinic
* Addition of a second Cleft Team Clinic beginning March 2026
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
Provide comprehensive orthodontic evaluation and treatment for congenital and acquired craniofacial anomalies, cleft conditions, and facial trauma from infancy through adulthood.
Deliver care in outpatient, inpatient, and operating-room settings.
Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary cleft and craniofacial team, plastic surgeons, speech pathologists, pediatric specialists, and other providers.
Establish and maintain an orthodontic practice within the University of Utah Health system.
* Participate in education, team conferences, and outreach to offsite satellite clinics in the Salt Lake Valley.
Qualifications Required
Board Eligible or Board Certified in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
DDS, DMD, or equivalent degree
Completion of a 12-month university-based craniofacial orthodontic fellowship (hospital-based preferred)
Utah State Dental License
* Ability to obtain credentials with the University of Utah and Primary Children's Hospital
About University Of Utah Health
University of Utah Health is a nationally recognized academic health system known for excellence, compassion, collaboration, and innovation. We value candidates who are committed to fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, diversity, and respect. Our mission-driven teams strive to provide exceptional patient-focused care for our community.
Application Instructions
Please apply online at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/195515
Required Application Materials
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
For questions, please contact: Kallie Handy, Director, Division of Plastic Surgery - kallie.handy@hsc.utah.edu
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
Department: 00262 - Plastic & Reconstruct Surgery
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Track: Non Tenure Track
Close Date
Open Until Filled: Yes
Requisition Number: PRN03997F
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To Request a Reasonable Accommodation For a Disability Or If You Or Someone You Know Has Experienced Discrimination Or Sexual Misconduct Including Sexual Harassment, You May Contact The Director/Title IX Coordinator In The Office Of Equal Opportunity And Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More Information, Including The Director/Title IX Coordinator's Office Address, Electronic Mail Address, And Telephone Number Can Be Located At https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/. Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Orthodontist Assistant
Get your credentials evaluated before applying
A foreign dental or orthodontic assistant credential needs a NACES-member evaluation before PERM filing. Employers and DOL reviewers check that your training aligns with the U.S. job requirements, so having a completed evaluation speeds the labor certification stage.
Search practices enrolled in E-Verify
Orthodontic offices enrolled in E-Verify are already accustomed to immigration compliance paperwork. Targeting these practices narrows your search to employers structurally prepared to sponsor PERM-based green cards rather than those encountering the process for the first time.
Check prevailing wage requirements using OFLC Wage Search
Before your employer files a PERM application, DOL sets a prevailing wage for your specific role and location. Run a search on OFLC Wage Search yourself so you can confirm any job offer meets or exceeds that threshold before the process begins.
Find green-card-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter orthodontist assistant openings by employers with active EB-3 sponsorship history. This cuts out practices that list positions without any immigration support infrastructure, focusing your applications where sponsorship is already in place.
Clarify state licensure requirements with each employer
Many states require orthodontic or dental assistant licensure before a PERM application can accurately define the job duties. Confirm with each prospective employer which state certifications they will list as minimum requirements, since PERM job descriptions lock in those qualifications permanently.
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Find Orthodontist Assistant JobsOrthodontist Assistant Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an orthodontist assistant job qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Orthodontist assistant roles typically qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category because they require specific vocational training and, in most states, a recognized certification or licensure. Your employer must complete PERM labor certification through DOL, then file an I-140 petition with USCIS on your behalf before you can move toward adjustment of status.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from an H-1B for this role?
The H-1B requires a bachelor's degree in a specialty field and subjects you to an annual lottery, creating significant uncertainty. EB-3 sponsorship through PERM has no lottery and no annual cap at the petition stage. The tradeoff is timeline: green card processing takes longer than an H-1B approval, but it leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary, renewable status.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for orthodontist assistant positions?
PERM requires your employer to conduct supervised recruitment, advertise the position, and demonstrate that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role at the DOL-set prevailing wage. Once DOL certifies the application, your employer files an I-140 with USCIS. The entire labor certification stage alone can take six months to over a year depending on DOL processing times.
How can I find orthodontist assistant employers who sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter job listings by employers with documented EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship activity, so you're not guessing whether a dental or orthodontic practice has the infrastructure to support a PERM application. This saves time by surfacing only practices that have already engaged with employment-based sponsorship.
Does my foreign dental or orthodontic training count toward EB-3 eligibility?
Foreign training and credentials can satisfy the minimum requirements listed in a PERM job description, but they need to be formally evaluated by a NACES-recognized credential evaluation service. Your employer will document those equivalent qualifications in the labor certification application. Some states also require you to hold a local license before the PERM job description can reflect your actual duties accurately.
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