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Pediatric Dentist - Flexible Schedule & Lucrative Compensation

DentistFull-Time

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Job Description

Join a Well-Established Practice with a Strong Reputation for Clinical Excellence

Metropolitan Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is seeking a skilled and compassionate Pediatric Dentist to join our growing practice in the Twin Cities area.

This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a highly respected, established pediatric dental and orthodontic group with a strong patient base, collaborative team, and a commitment to delivering exceptional care.

Whether you're an experienced pediatric dentist or a new graduate, you'll find the support, autonomy, and resources needed to build a rewarding long-term career.

About Metropolitan Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics

Metropolitan Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics has been providing quality pediatric dental care for infants, children, and adolescents in the Twin Cities since 1965. Our pediatric dentists are all members of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and are Board Certified through the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Our orthodontist is a board certified member of the American Association of Orthodontists.

Learn more about us at metropediatricdental.com

Why Join Us?

Professional Growth & Autonomy

  • Join an established, high-volume pediatric and orthodontic practice with an excellent reputation in the community
  • Immediate access to a strong, loyal patient base and consistent clinical schedule
  • Flexible scheduling with clinical autonomy and a healthy work-life balance
  • Collaborate with an experienced team of pediatric dentists and orthodontists
  • Opportunity to mentor and grow within a thriving, multi-location practice

Financial & Career Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package including a guaranteed daily base pay plus a percentage of collections
  • Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with Safe Harbor
  • Annual continuing education credit, license and dues allowance, and malpractice insurance
  • State-of-the-art facilities equipped with the latest pediatric dental technology

Who We Are Looking For

  • A compassionate, patient-focused pediatric dentist dedicated to providing exceptional clinical care
  • A strong communicator who enjoys building lasting relationships with children and their families
  • A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume practice
  • A board-certified or board-eligible pediatric dentist committed to clinical excellence and lifelong learning

This is an excellent opportunity for a pediatric dentist seeking professional growth, financial success, and the support of an established, collaborative team. If you are interested in learning more, we invite you to connect with us.

For More Information, Contact

Emily.Wolfbauer@beBright.com

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality pediatric dental care to infants, children, and adolescents within a collaborative practice environment. Engage in team-based care alongside orthodontists and other pediatric dentists to ensure exceptional patient outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must be a board-certified or board-eligible pediatric dentist committed to clinical excellence. Strong communication skills and a compassionate, patient-focused approach are essential for this role.

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Patient careTeam collaborationMentorshipTreatment planningOrthodontic collaboration

Pediatrics Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Dentist market look like in Minnesota?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedDentist median $346k (middle half $275k–$400k)94 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingMinnesota index 98.6US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dentist listings in Minnesota125 active5,824 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMinnesota healthcare professional listings: 34% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 14% offer loan repayment125 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Dentist Jobs

6 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

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<$315k
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$315k-370k
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$400k
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$425k-480k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

6 jobs · 4 employers
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3-4
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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Dentist: Pediatric Exp. Req. - New York (Upstate) - Top Rated Comp. PlanContract

PDS Management Services · Plattsburgh, New York

$475k
#2

Pediatric Dentist

Westphalia Holdings · Kansas City, Kansas

$230k-$461k
#3

General Dentist- Focused on Pediatrics

$200k-$400k
#4

Pediatric Dentist

$1,200+/day
+ 4 more · ranked by pay

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.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation package including guaranteed daily base pay plus percentage of collections
Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with Safe Harbor
Annual continuing education credit
License and dues allowance
Malpractice insurance
State-of-the-art facilities

Living in St. Paul

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$296k
Typical market rent
$1,524/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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