Associate Dentist

$150k to $360k

Sugar Land, TXFull-timePosted Oct 16, 2026

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Job description

Associate Pediatric Dentist 4-Day Week | $150K–$360K Typical Earnings | Greater Houston Area (Sugar Land & Richmond) A growing, privately owned pediatric dental practice is seeking a caring, motivated Associate Pediatric Dentist to join our team across two convenient locations in the Greater Houston area (Sugar Land & Richmond) .

We welcome both new graduates (with strong mentorship) and experienced pediatric dentists . At a glance (the stuff you actually want to know) Typical earnings: $150K–$350K (based on schedule and production) Schedule options: Full-time ( 4 days: Mon–Thu ) or Part-time High demand practice: steady flow of new patients with a strong reputation in the community Sedation model: Nitrous + oral sedation; IV sedation provided by an anesthesiology partner (you focus on dentistry) Support you can feel: dedicated assistants + efficient systems that protect doctor time Modern tech: digital radiographs, paperless charts, and updated clinical tools Mentorship + CE support: especially strong fit for early-career pediatric dentists About the practice For 15+ years, our practice has served as a trusted pediatric dental home for families across the Greater Houston area.

With two locations and continued growth ahead, we’re building a team committed to both excellent clinical dentistry and an exceptional experience for kids and parents . Our mission is to partner with families to lay the foundation for lifelong health by combining comprehensive pediatric dentistry with early intervention strategies that support overall growth and development.

Our core values Help First Be Coachable Respectfully Communicate Humbly Confident Ready & Reliable Position overview We’re looking for an Associate Pediatric Dentist who loves working with kids, values teamwork, and wants a practice where quality care and a positive culture are non-negotiable . This role can be full-time or part-time , with a 4-day full-time schedule available.

What you’ll do Provide comprehensive pediatric dental care in a gentle, child-centered manner Perform operative dentistry and preventive care, and help families understand the “why” behind oral health Participate in sedation cases consistent with your training and credentials: Nitrous and oral sedation IV sedation cases supported by our anesthesiology partner Collaborate with our clinical and admin team to keep visits efficient, upbeat, and positive Contribute your ideas and strengths as we grow—your input matters here What we’re looking for DDS/DMD from an accredited dental school Completion of a Pediatric Dental Residency Program Active Texas dental license Level 1 and Level 2 sedation credentials Friendly, approachable communication style with children and parents Passion for prevention, education, and doing the right thing clinically Bonus (not required): Experience with laser dentistry Some interceptive ortho experience Airway screening Job types Full-time, Part-time, Contract Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance Long-term & short-term disability Flexible schedule What’s next?

If you’re reading this and thinking, “This is the job for me,” we’d love to meet you. Apply with your CV/resume, or reach out for a quick intro conversation—we’re happy to share schedule options, case mix, and compensation structure on the first call. Salary $150,000 - $380,000 per year

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