Dentist
Listed compensation
$250k-$350k
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Full-Time General Dentist
Join a Practice Built by Dentists, for Dentists.
Our doctors enjoy clinical autonomy, strong mentorship, modern technology, and a consistently full patient schedule. We're looking for a dentist who is ready to join an established practice and make an impact, while 2027 dental school graduates are also encouraged to apply and learn more about the opportunity.
Dentist-Owned. Doctor-LED.
For over 20 years, Dental Dreams has been owned and operated by its founding dentist - not private equity. Every decision we make is centered around supporting our doctors and delivering exceptional patient care.
Why Dentists Choose Dental Dreams
Comprehensive Clinical Experience
Treat a wide variety of general dentistry cases while building speed, confidence, and clinical excellence. Experienced mentors are available to support your growth throughout your career.
Make a Meaningful Impact
Help expand access to quality dental care in communities that need it most while building a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Compensation & Financial Security
- Permanent Daily Minimum Guarantee
- Up to $50,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Average Full-Time Earnings: $290,000–$350,000+
- High patient volume with strong production opportunities
- Visa & permanent residency sponsorship available
Clinical Practice Advantages
- Complete autonomy over treatment planning
- Mentorship from experienced, highly respected clinicians
- Full patient schedule
- Strong clinical and administrative support
Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Continuing education opportunities
- Malpractice reimbursement
- Health and vision insurance
- Dental coverage for you and your immediate family
Ready to Learn More?
dentaldreams.com
Aldo Diaz | (312) 834-6086
Key Responsibilities
The dentist will provide comprehensive general dental care to a full patient schedule while maintaining clinical autonomy. They are expected to engage in treatment planning and contribute to the practice's goal of expanding access to quality dental care.
Requirements
The position is open to experienced dentists as well as 2027 dental school graduates. Candidates must be prepared to work in an established, doctor-led practice environment.
General Dentistry Career Context
Dental Dreams holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 50 active listings.
Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 44% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$300k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $300k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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Living in Chicago
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $356k≈ 1.4× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $2,342/mo≈ 11% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 33 min
- State income tax
- Up to 5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.