Associate Dentist – Chicago, IL

Pay, Benefits, and Work Arrangement

Base salary: $160,000 – $370,000+
Location: Chicago, IL
Employment: Full Time
Work arrangement: Primarily on-site in Chicago, IL. Patient hours, call, weekends, and administrative time depend on the care setting.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid time off and paid company holidays.
• Employer-supported retirement plan.
• Licensure, credentialing, malpractice coverage, and CME or CE support where applicable.
• Productivity, quality, sign-on, or retention incentive potential depending on the employer and role.
• Final eligibility, plan design, and incentive terms are confirmed with the employer before interview.

A confidential patient-centered dental practice has engaged Hire Innovative to identify an Associate Dentist in Chicago, IL. The hiring need is focused on someone who can deliver thoughtful treatment, explain options clearly, and build trust with patients while working efficiently with the clinical team. Because this is a confidential search, the employer identity and remaining role details are provided during the first qualified conversation.

About the Role

The strongest fit offers clinical autonomy, capable support staff, a healthy patient flow, and compensation that rewards quality care and production. Day to day, the person in this position will deliver thoughtful treatment, explain options clearly, and build trust with patients while working efficiently with the clinical team. The hiring team values candidates who can explain their experience clearly and compare the role against Chicago workload, commute, and long-term growth considerations. Candidates will receive clear information about team structure, expected workload, and how success is measured.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose oral-health needs and present practical treatment options.
• Provide care within the scope of your license, training, and clinical privileges.
• Document treatment accurately and coordinate with hygienists, assistants, specialists, and front-office staff.
• Build patient confidence through clear explanations and consistent follow-up.
• Build dependable working relationships with patients, providers, and support staff while meeting documentation and safety standards.

Required Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree and active, eligible, or transferable state licensure.
• Clinical experience appropriate to the procedures and patient population.
• Sound treatment planning, documentation, and chairside communication.
• A patient-first approach without sacrificing pace or clinical standards.
• Ability to use feedback, work effectively with supervision, and take on greater ownership as proficiency grows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a comparable care setting or patient population.
• Current role-specific certifications and familiarity with modern clinical documentation systems.
• Examples of work completed directly, including the tools, matters, patients, projects, or decisions involved.

How to Apply

Use the application form to submit your current resume; a cover letter is optional. Hire Innovative will review the application and contact qualified candidates about the employer and next steps. Your information is not shared with the employer without your consent.