Pediatric Dentist Needed - El Paso, TX
Listed compensation
$200k-$230k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
General Dentist – East Texas
Altius Dental is seeking a skilled and compassionate General Dentist to join our established practice in East Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated provider looking for a busy patient base, strong clinical support, and the freedom to practice with autonomy.
What We Offer
- Competitive guaranteed compensation with production incentives
- Sign-on bonus available
- Established patient base and consistent schedule
- Clinical autonomy
- Experienced dental assistants and office support
- CE and malpractice allowances
- Modern technology and well-equipped operatories
- Opportunities for long-term growth within the organization
What We’re Looking For
- DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
- Active Texas dental license
- Comfortable providing comprehensive general dentistry
- Strong communication and patient-care skills
- Experience with pediatric patients is a plus
Join a supportive team where you can focus on delivering excellent care while building a successful long-term career.
Apply today or contact us directly to learn more about this East Texas opportunity!
Key Responsibilities
The dentist will provide comprehensive general dental care to an established patient base in a supportive practice environment. They are expected to maintain high standards of patient care while utilizing modern technology and clinical support staff.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school and possess an active Texas dental license. Strong communication skills and the ability to provide comprehensive general dentistry are required, with pediatric experience considered a plus.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pediatrics Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$215k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $221k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$215k midpoint, that is roughly $9k–$15k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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Living in El Paso
- Median 3-bed home ≈ 1.2× annual pay
- Typical rent ≈ 9% of gross pay
- Residents' average commute 24 min
- No state income tax
Zillow 3-bed ZHVI/ZORI 2026-08 · Census ACS 2023 5-year. City-level figures for El Paso; pay comparison uses the listing's gross annual figure. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.