Pediatric Dentist / Pediatric-Focused Dentist [Lafayette, LA]

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  • Lafayette, Louisiana
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Pediatric Dentist / Pediatric-Focused General Dentist

    Full-Time | Lafayette & New Iberia, LA


    Strong Daily Guarantee | High Earning Potential | Locally Owned | Pediatric-Focused Growth Opportunity

    A locally owned pediatric dental practice in Lafayette and New Iberia is seeking a Pediatric Dentist or Pediatric-Focused Dentist to join a growing team focused on treating kids like family.


    This is a strong opportunity for a provider who wants steady patient demand, strong income potential, and the chance to help grow a newer Lafayette location while also supporting an established New Iberia practice.


    Why This Role

    • Open to Pediatric Dentists or GPs with strong pediatric experience
    • Strong $350K–$450K expected earning potential
    • $1,200/day guarantee for the first year
    • 4-day work week
    • Locally owned with a family feel
    • New Lafayette location in an underserved area with strong demand
    • Established New Iberia location with a large active patient base
    • Steady new patient flow
    • Malpractice paid
    • CE allowance
    • Relocation reimbursement available
    • Laid-back, easy-going culture


    What You’ll Do

    • Provide pediatric-focused dental care for children and families
    • Perform fillings, crowns, extractions, and procedures within comfort level
    • Support patients with patience, confidence, and a calm chairside manner
    • Communicate clearly with parents and families
    • Work closely with the office manager, front office, and clinical staff
    • Split time between Lafayette and New Iberia, with final schedule confirmed during the interview process
    • Support hospital coverage as needed
    • Refer out more complex cases when needed


    Compensation & Growth

    • $1,200/day guarantee for the first year
    • 30% of collections
    • $350K–$450K expected earning potential
    • Strong collection history
    • All procedures count toward the doctor
    • Flexible 4-day structure
    • Opportunity to grow with an expanding pediatric practice


    Benefits

    • Malpractice coverage paid
    • $1,800 CE allowance
    • 2 weeks paid vacation during the first year while on base salary
    • Licensing and credentialing support handled in-house
    • Relocation reimbursement available up to $2,500
    • In-house support for clinical and administrative needs


    What We’re Looking For

    • Pediatric Dentist, or GP with strong pediatric experience
    • DDS or DMD from an accredited program
    • Active Louisiana license or ability to obtain
    • Comfortable treating children
    • Patient, calm, and family-focused approach
    • Strong communication skills with parents and families
    • Team-first mindset
    • Focused on doing what is best for the patient
    • Comfortable with a schedule that may include hospital coverage


    About the Practice

    • Locally owned pediatric dental practice
    • New Iberia location open since the 1980s
    • New Iberia location has grown significantly under current ownership
    • Lafayette location is newer and located in an area with limited pediatric dental access
    • Friendly, easy-going team culture
    • Strong patient demand across both locations
    • Focus on treating kids like family
    • Schedule is built around both office needs and hospital coverage


    Apply Now

    If you’re looking for a pediatric-focused dental role with strong income potential, steady patient flow, and a team that truly cares about kids and families, apply today!


    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLafayette, Louisiana

    Skills

    • Clinical Supportunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Dentistryunmatched
    • Hospitalunmatched
    • Licensingunmatched
    • Medical Treatmentunmatched
    • Office Managementunmatched
    • Pediatricsunmatched
    • Reimbursementunmatched

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