Dentist - Mile Square Health Center

University-of-Illinoi; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 156,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois System seeks a licensed dentist to provide clinical care at Mile Square Health Center in Chicago. The role involves diagnostics, treatment, preventative care, and patient education in a community health setting.

The Dentist will work within approved protocols at UI Health clinics, maintaining accurate records and supporting department policies and staff development. Illinois license, DEA, and BLS/CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree from an accredited dental school.
• Current State of Illinois dental license.
• Current DEA license.
• Eligible for University of Illinois College of Dentistry privileges.
• Current valid American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients to determine dental conditions using X-rays and tools.
• Diagnose and treat diseases of teeth, gums and oral structures.
• Perform restorations: fillings, extractions, and replacements.
• Provide preventive services and patient education on oral health.
• Record patient transactions and treatment details; maintain records.

Education

DDS/DMD or equivalent from accredited dental school

Illinois dental license (Current)

DEA license

UI Health privileges eligibility

AHA BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Posted on: 10/22/2026 - Application Deadline: 11/8/2026

Hiring Department: Mile Square Health Center

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1043176

Close Date: 11/08/2026

Pay Range:The budgeted salary range for the position is $156,357.00- $194,286.00.We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such asavailable market data, internal equity, candidate experience andqualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will bedetermined through a thorough assessment of these elements.

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Description:

Position Summary
The Dentist will provide clinical dental care within the scope of license and credentials at Mile Square Health Center (MSHC) clinics in conformance with approved clinical protocols and guidelines.

Duties & Responsibilities

Patient Diagnostics and Treatment

• Examine patients to determine nature of condition, utilizing x-rays, dental instruments, and other diagnostic tools/procedures.
• Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries and malformations of teeth, gums, and related oral structures.
• Clean, fill, extract, and replace teeth, using rotary, hand instruments, dental appliances, medications, and surgical implements.

Preventative Treatment and Patient Education

• Provide preventive dental services to patients, including fluoride applications, and other sealants to teeth.
• Provide continuous education to patients with respect to oral and dental hygiene.

Administration

• Record patient-dentist transactions as they occur accurately and completely reflecting the nature of the contact, condition of the patient, and the care or treatment provided.
• Complete referrals, data collections instruments, and other records as required.
• Assist with the design, development, and implementation of appropriate Dental Department policies and protocols in compliance with the most current accepted professional standards.
• Assist with continuing education, on-the-job training, and orientation of community health center staff as requested.
• Perform other related duties and/or projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree from accredited dental school.
• Current State of Illinois dental license.
• Current DEA license.
• Eligible for University of Illinois College of Dentistry privileges.
• Current Valid American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

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The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, covid sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.