Pediatric Dentist
Listed compensation
$1,200 daily
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Job Description
Pediatric Dentist – Great Big Smiles | New Orleans, LA
We’re seeking a compassionate, motivated pediatric dentist to join Dr. Nathan Burns and his outstanding team caring for their growing patient base in the Greater New Orleans area.
You’ll play a key role in educating parents and kids on proper oral hygiene, including brushing and flossing techniques, to help them establish good oral health habits early on.
If you enjoy offering comprehensive pediatric dental care, including nitrous sedation, oral conscious sedation, and in-house IV sedation, in a supportive, team-driven environment with fully digital equipment, then this is the office for you!
Why You’ll Love It Here
- Flexible schedule (full-time or part-time opportunity)
- Mentorship from Dr. Nathan (20+ years in pediatric dentistry)
- Modern, fully digital practice
- Fun, family-oriented culture
- OR privileges at Children’s Hospital of New Orleans
Benefits & Perks
- Up to $25,000 sign on and relocation bonus
- $300,000+ annual earning potential
- $1,200 daily minimum or 36% of adjusted production
- Malpractice coverage, CE support, and path to ownership
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more
Your Role
- Provide exceptional pediatric dental care and patient education
- Support early oral health habits and ethically develop treatment plans
- Participate in at least 2 OR days per month
- Collaborate and contribute to a positive team culture
Qualifications
DDS/DMD with an active (or eligible) Louisiana license
Pediatric Specialty Certificate Required
- Learn more about our practice and team at greatbigsmiles.com and discover life in New Orleans at explorelouisiana.com.
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Qualifications
Responsibilities
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Pediatrics Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Louisiana is 88.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$312k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $354k in an average-cost state. 60.8% of Louisiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 4.8 / 10 · above average in dentist | ranked against 3,154 Dentist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $312k | Dentist median $346k (middle half $275k–$400k)80 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$354k in purchasing power | Louisiana index 88.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Louisiana | 51 active | 5,723 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
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