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Dental Assistant

Palm Beach Gardens, FL · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our dentist husband (pedo) and wife (GP) dynamic duo have an amazing team along side them. Our dream dental assistant will assist on both the pediatric and adult sides of the practice. FT position ...

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How much do gp pedo jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for gp pedo in the United States is $210,137.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $155,000.00 and $250,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a GP Pedo, and why are they important?

To thrive as a GP specializing in Pediatric Dentistry, you need a dental degree (DDS or DMD), licensure, and specialized training or experience in treating children’s dental needs. Familiarity with dental radiography, dental charting software, and pediatric sedation techniques is typically required. Exceptional communication, patience, and the ability to build rapport with children and parents are vital soft skills. These competencies ensure safe, effective care while fostering trust and long-term oral health in young patients.

What are some common challenges a GP Pedo might face, and how can they be addressed?

A GP Pedo often encounters challenges such as communicating effectively with children of varying ages, managing anxious or uncooperative young patients, and addressing parents’ concerns or expectations. Building rapport with both children and their families is essential, as is staying updated on pediatric guidelines and vaccination schedules. Collaborating closely with pediatric specialists, nurses, and allied health professionals can also help ensure comprehensive care and support for complex cases.

What is a GP Pedo?

A GP Pedo refers to a General Practitioner who specializes in Pediatric Dentistry. These dental professionals provide oral healthcare to infants, children, and adolescents, including preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment of dental issues specific to children. They are trained to manage child behavior, growth, and development, making dental visits comfortable and effective for young patients. GP Pedos can work in private practices, hospitals, or community clinics, and often collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care.

What is the difference between Gp Pedo vs Pediatric Dentist?

AspectGp PedoPediatric Dentist
CredentialsMedical degree, general pediatric trainingDental degree, specialized pediatric dentistry training
Work EnvironmentPrimary care clinics, hospitalsDental clinics, specialized pediatric dental offices
Industry UsageHealthcare, general medicineDental industry, oral health
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Gp Pedo (General Practitioner Pediatrician) provides general medical care for children, focusing on overall health. Pediatric Dentists specialize in dental health for children, offering advanced dental treatments. While both work with children, Gp Pedo covers broader health issues, whereas Pediatric Dentists focus specifically on oral health and dental procedures.

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Infographic showing various Gp Pedo job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $210,137 per year, or $101 per hour.

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Magicland Children’s Dental of Rialto


GP Pedo– Fantastic Career Opportunities. Transform Smiles and Lives. Join Us as a Pediatric Diagnosing Dentist!

Earn up to $1000/Day + Commission. Full-time, One Location, No Traveling. Apply Now to Elevate Your Career!


We Care About Our Patients and We Care About You

  • A team approach to providing patients with wonderful experience
  • Established organization committed to quality and patient experience
  • Growth through training, professional development, and company-sponsored CE
  • Great clinical and administrative teams
  • High-end compensation in the industry, guaranteed base plus percentage production
  • Large, diverse patient base of all payor types
  • General, specialty and orthodontic services in all offices
  • Geographic diversity throughout Southern California
  • Digital state-of-the art practice management system, instruments, and equipment

What We Are Looking for in a General Dentist Focused on Pediatrics (GP Pedo)

  • A professional wishing to treat children primarily
  • A professional who is passionate about providing excellent care
  • A professional who wants to be part of a team focused on delivering a great patient experience and helping others
  • A professional with an excellent and cheerful chairside demeanor
  • A professional who wants to be excellent and productive in service to patients
  • A professional willing to work full-time or part-time

Your Qualifications 

  • DDS/DMD degree
  • Active California State Dental Board License 
  • Nitrous Sedation Certification
  • Active Malpractice Insurance
  • DEA, CPR and NPI are required
  • IV weekly with a dedicated team of anesthesiologists

Your Responsibilities Include 

  • Great interaction with patients to promote trust and the optimal patient experience
  • Collaborating with an entire office team to promote trust, connection and relationship with patients and one-another
  • Understanding how PPO, HMO, and other dental plans work to optimize patient benefits
  • Proactively addressing patient concerns and providing insight and comfort to patients regarding their dental treatment

Support We Provide to Our Doctors

  • Beautiful, state-of-the-art offices equipped with modern systems, equipment and supplies
  • Full back-office support by Specialty Managers, Specialty Assistants, Floor Supervisors, RDAs, DAs, X-Ray Techs and Sterilization Clerks
  • Excellent, high-caliber instruments
  • Reliable, quality supplies from the most reputable, dependable companies
  • Regulatory and facility compliance
  • Steady flow of patients of all payor types

Who And Where We Are

For more than 30 years, West Coast Dental has served Southern California with a commitment to high quality general and specialty dental and orthodontic care and a great patient experience for every patient.

West Coast Dental, including its affiliate Magicland Children’s Dental, represents a dynamic fast-growing group of over 45 dental offices—in greater Los Angeles, Orange County, the Inland Empire, and Northern San Diego—that offer the full range of general and specialty care, including orthodontics, to patients of all kinds—private, PPO, Medi-Cal, and HMO.

We are expanding throughout our markets and expect significant growth and opportunities for all our clinical partners.

Benefits We Offer

  • Medical insurance programs
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care)
  • Dental benefit
  • Supplemental insurance for life, disability, critical illness, cancer, gap, and accident
  • Continuing education, including company-sponsored programs
  • Advancement opportunities
  • 401k participation





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