Pediatric Dentist

DentistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$300K - $350K

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Tri-Cities Orthodontics an affiliate of Chord Specialty Dental Partners, is currently seeking a Pediatric Dentist to add to the team and serve our patients in Kingsport, TN!

This is a great opportunity for long-term career and financial success. This opportunity is open to both experienced providers and recent graduates of pediatric residency programs!

Highly Competitive Compensation Package Includes

  • Bonus eligibility
  • Annual CE Reimbursement

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

  • Additional tax-savings: Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HC FSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
  • Disability Coverage: Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company paid malpractice insurance

Unparalleled Operational Support

Patient care is of the utmost priority at Tri-Cities Orthodontics, and our philosophy is to give our talented providers the autonomy to do what they do best, while providing all the support and resources needed to be successful.

Responsibilities

To apply, send CV to lnieman@chordsdp.com

Chord Specialty Dental Partners is a leading, multi-specialty Dental Support Organization (DSO).

We support the provision of preventive services, diagnostic imaging, and a full range of restorative dental care for our affiliated pediatric practices, orthodontic locations, and ambulatory surgery centers at more than 60 locations across six states.

Leveraging the latest equipment and technology, our affiliated dentists provide comprehensive dental care to our patients – from infants to adolescents—in a fun, welcoming environment.

At Chord, our goal is to provide the highest level of business and operational support, allowing our affiliated dental care teams to focus on true patient-centered care.

From financial management to human resources and business development, our professionals work to support our partner practices, improving patient experience and access to dental care.

We’re proud to play a role in dental practice success, and even more honored to be making a difference in the lives of children in the communities we serve.

If you're looking for a rewarding career in a growing company with room for advancement, look no further! We're always expanding our team at our Home Support Office based out of Nashville, TN as well as our teams within our offices. These in-office opportunities include Doctors, Dental Assistants, Patient Service Representatives, Orthodontic Assistants, and more.

Visit our website: chordsdp.com

Qualifications

DDS or DMD accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation

Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry

  • Current, valid license to practice dentistry in state where providing care; license must be in good standing or eligible for licensure
  • Active state-specific anesthesia restricted 2 license (to be able to administer nitrous oxide)
  • Other certifications as required by state to include: DEA, CPR, PALS.
  • No sanctions for Medicare, Medicaid, or any licensing board

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Nitrous Oxide Administration

Pediatrics Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$325k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $354k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Chord Specialty Dental Partners holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 4 active listings.

What does the Dentist market look like in Tennessee?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 10% in dentistranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$300k–$350kDentist median $346k (middle half $300k–$400k)105 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$354k in purchasing powerTennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dentist listings in Tennessee94 active5,625 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusUS healthcare professional listings: 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 3% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Pediatrics listings1,231 in the last 30 days770 the 30 days before (+60%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Chord Specialty Dental Partnerssilver tier, 75/100Top Employers work-life index4 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,154 Dentist listings), 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.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Dentist at Chord Specialty Dental Partners a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Dentist — ranked against 3,154 active Dentist listings on WeekdayDoc.

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$325k midpoint, that is roughly $13k–$23k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 7.2
Among the best 10% of Dentist listings for work-life

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

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About Chord Specialty Dental Partners

Hospitals and Health Care
Nashville, Tennessee
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Bonus Eligibility
Annual CE Reimbursement
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Healthcare FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Short-Term Disability

Living in Kingsport

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$274k≈ 0.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,309/mo≈ 5% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
86.4
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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