Explore Pediatric Dentist Jobs

Pediatric dentists provide preventive and restorative dental care for infants, children, and adolescents, including patients with special health care needs. They help young patients build healthy habits, monitor oral development, and make dental visits more comfortable for children and families. Explore vetted pediatric dentist opportunities on Ladders, including roles with compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Pediatric Dentists Do

Responsibilities may include dental exams, cleanings, cavity prevention and treatment, evaluating growth and development, and counseling caregivers on oral health. Depending on the practice, pediatric dentists may also provide sedation, treat dental injuries, coordinate care with other clinicians, and support patients who need specialized accommodations.

Where Pediatric Dentists Work

Pediatric dentists work in private practices, group dental organizations, community health settings, hospitals, and academic or specialty clinics. Job responsibilities, schedules, patient populations, and compensation vary by employer, location, experience, and role.

Qualifications and Career Considerations

These positions generally require a dental degree, completion of accredited pediatric dentistry residency training, and an active dental license in the state of practice. Employers may also seek board certification or eligibility, experience with behavior guidance, and skills in communicating with children and caregivers. Review each listing for its specific requirements.

Find Pediatric Dentist Opportunities on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional openings and identify pediatric dentist roles with advertised compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare position details, qualifications, and workplace settings to find opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$90K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare systems through data-driven insights and collaborative engagement. Drive performance improvement by managing analytics projects, delivering client solutions...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Innovate clinical quality systems for scalable care delivery, ensuring standards meet payer expectations and driving measurable performance improvements across independent health providers...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$274K - $328K *

Drive patient-centered care by managing diverse needs in a collaborative environment. Engage in acute, chronic, and well visits, utilizing your clinical expertise while supervising colleagues and embr...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion sales operations by enhancing pipeline reliability, boosting team productivity, and driving operational efficiency. Collaborate across departments to optimize HubSpot Sales Hub and streamline...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Shape impactful B2C marketing strategies and campaigns across multiple channels, driving consumer engagement and retention. Collaborate with teams to create compelling content and optimize performance...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $120K *

Engage with the veterinary community to build lasting relationships and recruit top talent. Drive the full hiring process, from sourcing to onboarding, while ensuring a high-touch candidate experience...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to leverage clinical expertise in healthcare consulting, driving improvements in perinatal care and women's health. Collaborate with leaders to analyze data, share best practices...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic growth by managing client accounts and expanding market share. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions and ensure client satisfaction while mentoring team members...

Arizona, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead the transformation of HR technology by optimizing systems, enhancing data integrity, and driving strategic initiatives that elevate the employee experience and support organizational growth...

Richmond Hill, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career as a technical leader, architecting scalable systems and driving DevOps initiatives. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance product reliability and mentor engineers while en...

Nye, MTRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $97K *

Transform healthcare partnerships by enhancing practice performance in value-based care. Collaborate with physicians and managers to drive quality, reduce costs, and improve patient satisfaction throu...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing remote outpatient care for children and adolescents. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver meaningful mental health support to patients aged 5...

Missouri City, MORemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$247K - $421K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare by leading strategic design and construction initiatives. Oversee a multi-billion-dollar capital portfolio, ensuring facilities meet community needs...

Wilmington, DERemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to creating impactful medical education content for healthcare providers and patients. Collaborate closely with scientific and account teams to deliver high-quality materi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $138K *

Champion the seamless member experience in healthcare access by defining product strategy and overseeing execution. Drive innovation in finding and scheduling care, ensuring accuracy and satisfaction...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex compensation initiatives, ensuring equitable pay programs while managing projects. Serve as a subject matter expert in various compensation areas and collaborate with teams to enhance org...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $235K *

Drive the execution of DSO growth strategies, leading a team to achieve revenue targets through data-driven sales and cross-functional collaboration, while enhancing customer relationships and ensurin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting educational institutions by providing expert legal counsel on governance, compliance, and operational matters. Collaborate with public entities to navigate c...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing coding operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance across healthcare settings. Lead educational initiatives for staff, optimize workflows, and drive improvements in co...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of newborn health by leading strategic initiatives, managing multi-country programs, and driving impactful interventions to reduce neonatal mortality and stillbirt...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $112K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming mental health care for children and adolescents. Enjoy flexibility in scheduling while working in a supportive environment with full administrative assista...

Sterling, VARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Shape Overjet's innovative content strategy, crafting compelling materials that drive engagement and conversions for diverse dental audiences. Collaborate across teams, leveraging data and creative to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in enhancing professional development for infant and early childhood mental health. Collaborate nationally to deliver high-quality training, support certification, and implement innova...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$274K - $292K *

Join a dynamic team managing diverse patient needs through in-office and tele-health visits. Collaborate with colleagues, engage in continuous learning, and utilize your clinical expertise to enhance...

Kirkland, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive market growth in Canada by leading sales and account management efforts. Collaborate with anchor customers to establish success stories and shape product offerings, while building a Canadian tea...

Ottawa, ONRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a pediatric dentist do?question toggle

    A pediatric dentist provides preventive and comprehensive oral health care for children and adolescents, monitors dental development, treats common dental conditions, and advises caregivers on maintaining healthy teeth and gums.

  • What qualifications are typically required for pediatric dentist jobs?question toggle

    Employers generally require a dental degree, pediatric dentistry residency training, and an active state dental license. Some roles may also prefer board certification or eligibility and experience caring for children with diverse needs.

  • Where can pediatric dentists work?question toggle

    Pediatric dentists may work in private practices, group dental organizations, hospitals, community health settings, or academic and specialty clinics.

  • Do pediatric dentist jobs on Ladders pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more. Check individual listings for the advertised salary range and details, since pay varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities.

  • What should I look for when comparing pediatric dentist openings?question toggle

    Review compensation, schedule, location, patient population, clinical responsibilities, required credentials, benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Confirm licensing and certification requirements in each job description.