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Rock Dental Brands
Little Rock, Arkansas

Pediatric Dentist

DentistFull-Time

Compensation

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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.

Are you a dental pro who believes every kid deserves a reason to show off their pearly whites? Do you have a passion for pint-sized patients and a knack for turning a routine check-up into a fun adventure? Then prepare to make the leap!

Leap Kids Dental is growing our fantastic team in Little Rock, Arkansas, and we’re on the hunt for a dedicated Pediatric Dentist or General Dentist who is ready to provide top-notch, compassionate care.

Practice Location: Central Arkansas in the heart of Little Rock and the state capital

Flexible Schedule: up to 4 days per week, part time or full time options

If you’re passionate about quality dental care and ready to bring your energy to a team that feels like family, we want to hear from you. Come join us and help us leap toward a brighter future, one happy smile at a time!

Why join Leap Kids Dental? Total rewards.

  • Signing or relocation bonus
  • Maximize your earnings
  • Equity partnership opportunity with Rock Dental Brands
  • Comprehensive benefits package (over $17,000 in annual covered costs)
  • $4,500 annual professional expense reimbursement
  • Employer-paid malpractice insurance or reimbursement
  • Clinical autonomy in a doctor-led organization
  • Provider mentorship and continuing education opportunities
  • Modern technology and established patient base
  • Complete operational and business support
  • Healthy work-life balance
  • Long-term career growth opportunities

Our Dental Differently™ Promise. It’s in our DNA.

At Rock Dental Brands, we empower practices. As the first doctor-led Dental Network Alliance (DNA), we protect your autonomy and give you the freedom to lead. Our unique DNA Solutions Center is staffed with 100+ vertical experts in HR, Finance, Marketing, IT, and more.

Not to change what you do – but to streamline and innovate how you do it. We amplify your vision and expand your opportunity on your terms. We’re looking for exceptional Dentists to join our team.

We offer support, stability and a collaborative work environment so our doctors can do what they do best – help patients smile.

What Are the Qualifications?

  • DDS or DMD degree from U.S. accredited dental school or residency program
  • Active Arkansas state dental license or ability to obtain
  • Active Federal DEA or ability to obtain
  • Learn More!
  • Leap Kids Dental leapkidsdental.com
  • Rock Dental Brands dentaldifferently.com
  • Did you know?

Little Rock, Arkansas is a cultural hub that offers a plethora of options for the whole family and is ranked among the nation's top ten in housing and jobs, the region boasts unparalleled amenities for a market its size.

Little Rock offers a mix of urban and outdoor attractions, with museums, parks, and a thriving food scene. Popular destinations include the Clinton Presidential Library, the River Market District, Pinnacle Mountain State Park, and the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.

The city also has a strong healthcare and business sector, contributing to its economy. With a blend of Southern charm, historical significance, and modern development, Little Rock provides a diverse and welcoming environment for residents and visitors alike.

From world-class dining and shopping to museums and hiking, the Little Rock area truly offers something for everyone.

Key Responsibilities

Provide top-notch, compassionate dental care to pediatric and general patients in a clinical setting. Collaborate with a team to maintain a positive, fun, and professional environment for patients.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from a U.S. accredited dental school or residency program. An active Arkansas state dental license and Federal DEA registration are required.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Pediatric dentistryGeneral dentistryPatient careCommunicationTeam collaboration

Pediatrics Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Arkansas is 86.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Arkansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Rock Dental Brands holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 16 active listings.

What does the Dentist market look like in Arkansas?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedDentist median $346k (middle half $300k–$400k)108 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingArkansas index 86.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dentist listings in Arkansas43 active5,625 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusUS healthcare professional listings: 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Pediatrics listings1,222 in the last 30 days764 the 30 days before (+60%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Rock Dental Brandssilver tier, 72/100Top Employers work-life index16 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 2.8
Better work-life than 50% of Dentist listings

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

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About Rock Dental Brands

Hospitals and Health Care
Little Rock, Arkansas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Signing or relocation bonus
Equity partnership opportunity with Rock Dental Brands
Comprehensive benefits package (over $17,000 in annual covered costs)
$4,500 annual professional expense reimbursement
Employer-paid malpractice insurance or reimbursement
Clinical autonomy in a doctor-led organization
Provider mentorship and continuing education opportunities
Modern technology and established patient base

Living in Little Rock

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$216k
Typical market rent
$1,184/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.4
State income tax
Up to 4.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.