Associate Pediatric Dentist
Listed compensation
$150k-$300k
The week · per this postingWeekdays only
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Job Description
Company
- Overview
- Associate Pediatric Dentist – Part-Time
- Sealy Kids Dentistry | Sealy, TX
Love working with kids? Want a busy schedule, a steady flow of patients, and a team that lets you focus on what you do best? We'd love to meet you!
Sealy Kids Dentistry is looking for a compassionate, clinically confident Associate Pediatric Dentist to join our established, growing pediatric practice in Sealy, TX.
We serve a large Medicaid patient population and take pride in making quality dental care accessible to children and families in our community. This is a great opportunity for a dentist who enjoys working with children, thrives in a busy environment, and wants to make a meaningful difference.
What's in It for You?
- Consistent, high-volume patient flow – no need to build your own patient base!
- Established practice with a loyal patient population
- Fully staffed and equipped office
- Strong clinical and administrative support
- Focus on patient care without the added administrative burden
- Competitive compensation based on experience (daily rate and/or percentage of collections)
- Malpractice insurance coverage
- Continuing education opportunities
- Reliable, consistent schedule
Schedule: Part-time opportunity
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- Potential to add some Fridays
- Daytime hours, 8 AM to 5 PM
What You'll Do
Provide comprehensive pediatric dental care, including exams, restorations, extractions, pulp therapy, and preventive services.
- Diagnose and develop appropriate treatment plans for pediatric patients.
- Create positive experiences for children through effective, age-appropriate behavior management.
- Educate parents and caregivers on oral health and treatment recommendations.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
- Work closely with dental assistants, hygienists, and the administrative team to keep patient care running smoothly.
- Follow Texas dental regulations, Medicaid guidelines, and practice protocols.
What We're Looking For
- DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
- Completion of an accredited pediatric dentistry residency
- Active Texas dental license (or eligibility)
- Texas Level II Pediatric Oral Sedation Endorsement
- Texas Nitrous Oxide Endorsement
- Texas Medicaid credentialed (or willing to complete credentialing)
- Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
- Excellent chairside manner with children and parents
- Comfortable and efficient in a high-volume practice
Why Sealy Kids Dentistry?
We believe every child deserves access to quality dental care. Our practice is built around compassionate dentistry, clinical excellence, and serving families who depend on us.
You'll be joining an established, fully staffed practice with the patient demand, equipment, and team support to help you succeed.
Ready to make a difference, one little smile at a time?
We'd love to connect! Apply today and let's talk about joining the Sealy Kids Dentistry team in Sealy, TX.
Pay Range
USD $150,000.00 - USD $300,000.00 /Yr.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive pediatric dental care, including exams, restorations, and preventive services while managing patient behavior. Collaborate with the dental team to maintain accurate documentation and ensure efficient clinical operations.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree and have completed an accredited pediatric dentistry residency. A valid Texas dental license, along with specific state endorsements for sedation and nitrous oxide, is required.
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 ~$225k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $232k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · above average in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $150k–$300k | Dentist median $300k (middle half $215k–$300k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$232k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in Texas | 33 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dentist listings in Texas | 476 active | 5,962 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 2% offer loan repayment476 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,174 in the last 30 days | 743 the 30 days before (+58%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Pediatric Dentist at Sealy Kids Dentistry a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dentist — ranked against 3,154 active Dentist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$225k midpoint, that is roughly $9k–$16k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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Work-life snapshot
Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
- No weekends
- No nights
About Sealy Kids Dentistry
Benefits & Perks
Living in Sealy
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $321k≈ 2.1× annual pay
- Median resident rent
- $1,185/mo≈ 9% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 25 min
- State income tax
- None
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.