Pediatric Dentist
Compensation
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Job Description
What You’ll Do…
Elevate your career at our vibrant dental practice, where you'll deliver top-notch oral care to our diverse patient community. As a Pediatric Dentist at GEDC, your responsibilities span examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, and performing dental procedures.
We are on the lookout for a committed Pediatric Dentist with outstanding clinical skills and a patient-centric approach. Join us and be a part of a career that blends innovation and professionalism, where your contribution shapes the future of dental excellence.
- Pay information…
- Guaranteed daily rate during the orientation period
- 35-40% of production based on skills and experience
- No cap on your earning potential
- About this office…
- Location: 12420 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223
- Schedule: Full Time
- Office Setting: Multi-Provider with Specialty (General, Pediatric and Ortho)
- Payer data: Balanced mix including Medicaid iTero and Videa AI in office
- What you’ll bring to the team…
Clinical Excellence
Diagnose and treat a wide range of oral health conditions while delivering high-quality restorative, preventive, and comprehensive dental care.
Treatment Planning
Develop individualized treatment plans and educate patients on their oral health, helping them make informed decisions about their care.
Patient-Centered Care
Build lasting relationships by creating a welcoming environment and delivering compassionate, personalized care that puts patients first.
Collaboration
Work alongside experienced hygienists, dental assistants, specialists, and administrative professionals to provide an exceptional patient experience.
Commitment to Quality
- Maintain the highest standards of clinical excellence while following established protocols for patient safety, infection control, and specialty referrals.
- Perks of the job…
- Pathway to Partnership with an equity stake in the company
- Medical and prescription coverage administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Access to one of the nation's best employee dental programs
- Vision coverage
- 401(k) (Traditional and Roth) administered by Fidelity
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Company-paid malpractice insurance
- Regular chairside mentorship and development with experienced Clinical Partners
- Company-paid continuing education
- Invisalign training and compensation
- Basic Life Insurance (up to $50,000) and AD&D coverage
- Optional Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Term Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time off for Vacation and Holidays
Referral Bonus Opportunities
- Seamless access to an extensive network of Endodontists, Pediatric Dentists, Periodontists, Orthodontists, and Oral Surgeons
- What we require you have...
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from an accredited dental school
- Active and unrestricted Florida dental license (or eligibility to obtain one)
- Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
- Experience with treatment planning, patient education, and comprehensive dental care
- Passion for delivering exceptional patient experiences
About GEDC…
Since 1982, Great Expressions Dental Centers has been committed to providing exceptional dental care while helping dentists build rewarding careers. Today, we're entering a new era of transformation, and we want you to be a part of it.
Our recently appointed leadership team brings over a century of collective dental expertise and is backed by dynamic investment support to pave the way for groundbreaking changes.
We're channeling our resources and energy into revolutionizing our technology platform, expanding service offerings, and creating a personalized patient experience that goes beyond the expected.
We combine the autonomy of a neighborhood practice with the support, technology, mentorship, and resources of a leading dental organization.
At Great Expressions, you'll have the freedom to practice comprehensive dentistry, continue developing your clinical skills, and build a successful career with a team that's invested in your long-term success.
GEDC is committed to diversity and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are welcomed and encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive oral examinations, diagnoses, and treatment planning for a diverse pediatric patient community. Deliver high-quality restorative and preventive dental care while collaborating with a multi-provider specialty team.
Requirements
Must hold a DMD or DDS degree from an accredited dental school and possess an active, unrestricted Florida dental license. Requires strong clinical judgment and a passion for delivering exceptional patient experiences.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pediatrics Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Great Expressions Dental Centers holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 63 active listings.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 10% in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Dentist median $42k (middle half $42k–$43k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Florida | 317 active | 5,717 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida healthcare professional listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $25k) · 2% offer loan repayment317 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,217 in the last 30 days | 781 the 30 days before (+56%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Great Expressions Dental Centers | silver tier, 70/100 | Top Employers work-life index63 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Dentist at Great Expressions Dental Centers 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
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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