Dentist (DDS/DMD)

Greater Family Health; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IDPH / NHSC loan repayment site

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off

CME stipend

Malpractice insurance & tail

401(K)

Job summary

Greater Family Health is seeking a Dentist (new grads welcome) to provide high-quality clinical oral health care to patients across multiple Chicagoland sites, including Elgin. You’ll diagnose, plan, and treat dental conditions, interpret X-rays, administer anesthetics, and lead cooperative staff teams in a compliant, patient-centered environment.

We value strong communication, solid charting, and commitment to community health.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree required and credentialing to obtain full privileges.
• Excellent writing and communication skills are essential for patient and team interactions.
• Working knowledge of PC-based software applications.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing training and quality initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose oral diseases and create comprehensive treatment plans.
• Interpret dental X-rays and diagnostic tests to guide care.
• Administer anesthetics safely and monitor patient status.
• Perform preventive, restorative and select surgical procedures.
• Provide leadership, supervision and training to dental staff as needed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Education

DDS or DMD degree

Tools

PC-based software

Job description

This is a great job opportunity for a Dentist who is experienced or new grads eager to start their career. In this position, you’ll be able to contribute to your community and make an impact in a patient’s life. If this is you, keep on reading.Your Goal:This position is responsible for the provision of high-quality clinical oral health care for the patients of Greater Family Health.How You’ll Help Patients:Provides high-quality oral health care to the patients of Greater Family Health in accordance with Licensure and Greater Family Health Policies and Procedures including, but not limiting to the following:Diagnosing oral diseases, Promoting oral health and disease prevention.Creating treatment plans to maintain or restore the health.Interpreting x-rays and diagnostic tested.Ensuring the safe administration of anesthetics.Monitoring growth and development of the teeth and jaws.Performing preventive, restorative and surgical procedures on the teeth, bone, and soft tissues of the oral cavity.Is fully supportive of all quality initiatives.Is fully receptive to other responsibilities as assigned.Provides all forms of leadership, supervision, direction, training and role modeling to all supportive staff (eg: Hygienist, Dental Assistant).Works to assure that all responsible areas are fully compliant with all applicable federal and state rules, regulations, and laws.Ensures that all responsible areas are in compliance with all Greater Family Health objectives, systems, policies, procedures, directives and contractual agreements as indicated by supervisors, contracts, training personnel and Greater Family Health policies and procedures.Maintains a level of efficiency that indicates satisfactory productivity. Provides care in an age-appropriate fashion to one’s specialty.Report to all scheduled work sites and shifts on time and fully prepared to engage in all job responsibilities; location of work sites and shifts will change at the discretion of the supervisor.Engage in all offered training, consultations and supervisions made available. Fully and professionally respond to and implement directives and advice offered by all supervisory and training personnel, as well as professionally offered feedback from coworkers. Follow and fully implement Corporate Compliance Program.Perform other duties as assigned.Perks Just For You:Qualified IDPH and NHSC Loan Repayment Program siteMedical, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife Insurance, Short-term and Long-term DisabilityPaid-Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holidays)CME StipendMalpractice Insurance & TailPaid Training401(K)About us:Greater Family Health is a multi-site federally qualified health center providing comprehensive medical, dental and behavioral health services within the Chicagoland area. Our mission is to provide quality, affordable health care for all including those without the ability to pay. We currently have health centers in Des Plaines, DeKalb, Elgin, Franklin Park, Hanover Park, McHenry, Palatine, Streamwood, Sycamore, and Wheeling. We are financially and programmatically stable and are continuing to grow. We are Joint Commission Accredited and are PCMH Certified. For more information, visit our website www.greaterfamilyhealth.org.What You’ll Need:DDS or DMD degree.Ability to successfully complete credentialing, and thereby receive complete and full privileges, with Greater Family Health.Excellent writing skills and communication skills.Working knowledge of PC-based software applications.