Entry Level Pediatric Dentist Jobs
New grad pediatric dentist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical rotations or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Healthcare & Medical Services, Non-Profit & Social Services, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, Northern Valley Indian Health, and Jobot hiring at this level now.
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- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Free food & snacks
Schedule: Tuesdays & Wednesdays
Employment Type: Associate, W-2
Compensation: Daily/per diem rate
- Provide comprehensive pediatric dental care including exams, preventive treatment, restorative procedures, and behavior guidance
- Manage a high-volume, multi-column schedule (4–5 chairs, 35+ patients/day) while maintaining clinical quality and a calm chairside experience
- Administer nitrous oxide as needed for patient comfort and cooperation (no oral sedation or GA)
- Build rapport quickly with both kids and parents, communicating clearly and putting anxious patients at ease
- Work closely with our dental assistants and front office team to keep the schedule running smoothly
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and treatment planning
- DDS/DMD with completed pediatric dental residency
- Minimum 1 year of post-residency pediatric clinical experience
- Active or eligible-for Washington State dental license
- Comfort and proven ability to manage a busy, high-volume column schedule
- Excellent chairside manner with kids and the ability to build trust with parents quickly
- Experience with nitrous oxide administration
- Oral conscious sedation or hospital/GA experience
- Experience running day-to-day operations including oversight of dental assistants, sterile, inventory, etc.
- Fixed daily rate, paid per day worked
- Currently Tuesdays and Wednesdays
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Who's Hiring
- Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic4
- Northern Valley Indian Health2
- Jobot1
- Ryan Health1
- Gentle Dental1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services13
- Non-Profit & Social Services8
- Staffing & Recruiting1
Entry Level Pediatric Dentist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level pediatric dentist job?
Employers hiring entry level pediatric dentists look for completed dental school training, a valid dental license in the state where you plan to practice, and hands-on clinical experience with pediatric patients from rotations or externships. A strong reference from a supervising dentist, familiarity with behavior management techniques for children, and any pediatric dentistry coursework or volunteer hours all give candidates a clear edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level pediatric dentists?
Companies hiring entry level pediatric dentists right now include Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, Northern Valley Indian Health, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers private pediatric dental practices, multi-specialty group practices, and community health clinics that support new graduates with mentorship and structured onboarding.
Are there remote entry level pediatric dentist jobs?
Yes, though most pediatric dentist roles require in-person clinical work. About 0% of entry level pediatric dentist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions typically involve tele-dentistry consultations, care coordination, or administrative roles rather than direct chairside patient care.
Are these new grad pediatric dentist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior pediatric dentist roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts clinical rotations or externships toward the requirement, or explicitly mentions mentorship and training support, meaning you don't need years of independent practice to qualify and apply.
Which industries hire the most entry level pediatric dentists?
Entry Level pediatric dentist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Non-Profit & Social Services, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring at this level because they operate high patient volumes and often build structured programs to bring new graduates into supervised clinical practice.