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Absolute Dental
Las Vegas, Nevada

Pediatric Dentist or Kids-Focused General Dentist (Full-Time)

DentistIncludes callNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$250K - $450K

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Pediatric Dentist or Kids-Focused General Dentist (Full-Time) – Las Vegas, NV

Location: Las Vegas, Nevada

Absolute Dental is seeking a full-time Pediatric Dentist or Kids-Focused General Dentist to join our growing team in Las Vegas. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional care to children and creating positive, memorable dental experiences, we’d love to meet you.

Why Join Absolute Dental?

  • Well-established dental group serving Nevada communities for 20+ years
  • Busy, loyal patient base with strong pediatric referrals
  • Modern, fully digital practice with trained pediatric support staff
  • Consistent schedule — no hospital call, no weekends, no holidays
  • Competitive compensation: guaranteed base salary + production
  • Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, malpractice, and 401(k)
  • Continuing education support and mentorship opportunities
  • Long-term growth and leadership potential within the organization

Your Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive pediatric dental care (exams, sealants, restorations, extractions, space maintainers, etc.)

  • Educate children and parents on oral hygiene and preventative care
  • Foster a welcoming, calm environment for young patients
  • Collaborate with general dentists and specialists to ensure continuity of care
  • What We’re Looking For

DDS/DMD from an Accredited Dental School

  • Start 5 days a week — we are flexible on scheduling, with the opportunity to transition into a full-time role
  • Completion of a Pediatric Dentistry residency or 1+ years of pediatric experience
  • Active Nevada Dental License or eligibility to obtain
  • Strong communication skills, patience, and ability to connect with children and parents
  • Team-oriented approach with a commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care

Why Las Vegas?

  • Las Vegas offers an exciting blend of professional growth and lifestyle benefits:
  • No state income tax
  • Growing population and strong demand for pediatric dental care
  • Affordable living compared to many major metropolitan areas
  • World-class dining, entertainment, and nightlife
  • Easy access to hiking, Red Rock Canyon, Lake Mead, and weekend getaways
  • Pay Range: $250,000 - $450,000+ annually, based on experience and production

If you’re a Pediatric Dentist looking for a supportive, growth-focused environment where your expertise is valued, we’d love to speak with you.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive pediatric dental care including exams, restorations, and extractions while educating families on oral hygiene. Collaborate with the dental team to maintain a welcoming environment and ensure continuity of care for young patients.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school and possess an active Nevada Dental License. A pediatric dentistry residency or at least one year of pediatric dental experience is required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Restorative DentistryOral Hygiene EducationPatient CareClinical Collaboration

Pediatrics Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Nevada is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$350k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $350k in an average-cost state. 57.5% of Nevada clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

How does Absolute Dental compare as an employer?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 25% in dentistranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$250k–$450kDentist median $346k (middle half $300k–$400k)108 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$350k in purchasing powerNevada index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pediatrics listings in Nevada8 active—live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
All dentist listings in Nevada87 active6,004 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Pediatrics listings1,149 in the last 30 days779 the 30 days before (+47%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,154 Dentist listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Nevada figures use all dentists: too few Nevada Pediatrics postings state pay.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Dentist or Kids-Focused General Dentist (Full-Time) at Absolute Dental a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dentist — ranked against 3,154 active Dentist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Location & Logistics

Nevada has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$350k midpoint, that is roughly $14k–$25k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 6.6
Better work-life than 80% of Dentist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • Includes call
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About Absolute Dental

Hospitals and Health Care
Las Vegas, NV
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Malpractice coverage
401(k)
Continuing education support
Mentorship opportunities

Living in Las Vegas

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$401k≈ 1.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,700/mo≈ 8% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
26 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.