Pediatric Dentist

Midwest Refuah Health Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual CEU stipend

Tuition Reimbursement Program

HRSA Loan Repayment Programs

Paid time off & holidays

Life and Disability Insurance

FSA and HSA options

Job summary

Midwest Refuah Health Center in Chicago, IL is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Dentist to join our dental team. The role offers exposure to comprehensive pediatric care in a family-centered, culturally sensitive setting.

The position supports both part-time and full-time schedules, with opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a commitment to trauma-informed, equitable care for diverse families.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from CODA-accredited dental school.
• Completion of CODA-accredited Pediatric Dentistry Residency.
• Board certification or eligibility in pediatric dentistry.
• Illinois DEA license and malpractice insurance coverage.
• CPR/BLS (PALS preferred) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive and restorative pediatric dental care for infants to teens.
• Diagnose oral conditions and treat developmental issues and trauma.
• Administer nitrous oxide and local anesthesia per state rules and MRHC policies.
• Perform pulpotomies, stainless steel crowns, space maintainers, extractions and restorations.
• Educate families on oral hygiene, growth and nutrition; promote preventive care.
• Collaborate with dental and medical staff; maintain accurate records.
• Ensure infection control, HIPAA, OSHA compliance; participate in QA and outreach.

Education

DDS or DMD (CODA-accredited)

Pediatric Dentistry residency (CODA-accredited)

Board certification or eligibility in Pediatric Dentistry

DEA license (Illinois)

CPR/BLS (PALS preferred)

Excellent communication with children and caregivers

Trauma-informed, equitable care across diverse communities

Job description

Location: 6374 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60659

Job Type: Part-time or Full-Time

Reports To: Head of Dental

Midwest Refuah Health Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) Look-Alike, is seeking a compassionate, board-certified Pediatric Dentist to join our growing dental clinic. Rooted in a mission to provide accessible and affordable care, this role offers the opportunity to deliver comprehensive dental care to children and adolescents in a supportive, culturally sensitive, and family-centered environment

Key Responsibilities

• Provide preventative and restorative dental care to infants, children, and adolescents, including patients with special healthcare needs
• Diagnose and treat oral diseases, developmental conditions, and trauma specific to pediatric patients
• Administer nitrous oxide and local anesthesia in accordance with state regulations and MRHC protocols
• Perform pulpotomies, stainless steel crowns, space maintenance, extractions, and composite restorations
• Educate patients and their families on oral hygiene, nutrition, growth and development, and preventive care
• Work collaboratively with other dental providers, hygienists, medical providers, and administrative staff
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and treatment documentation
• Ensure compliance with infection control standards, HIPAA, OSHA, and Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) requirements
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and community outreach as needed
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from a CODA-accredited dental school
• Completion of a CODA-accredited Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Pediatric Dentistry
• Valid DEA and Controlled Substance licenses for Illinois
• Malpractice insurance (or eligibility to obtain)
• CPR/BLS (PALS preferred) certification
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a pediatric dental setting (preferred)
• Excellent communication skills with children and caregivers
• Commitment to providing trauma-informed, equitable care to diverse communites
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off, floating holidays, and recognized holidays
• Life and Disability Insurance
• FSA and HSA options
• Malpractice insurance, including tail coverage, is fully covered by MRHC
• Annual CEU (Continuing Education Unit) stipend
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Access to HRSA Loan Repayment Programs (for eligible roles)

Midwest Refuah Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, pregnancy or related conditions, or disability. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, walk up and down stairs, and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.