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Smile Brands
Sterling, Illinois

General Dentist

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

Up to $300K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job Description

Overview

General Dentist | Midwest Dental

Build the Career You Want. Practice Dentistry Your Way.

At Midwest Dental, supported by Smile Brands, you’ll get the best of both worlds: the autonomy and personal feel of private practice with the resources, support and stability of a larger organization.

With earning potential up to $300K, a sign-on bonus, clinical autonomy and opportunities to grow your skills, this is a place where you can build a rewarding career while doing the dentistry you love.

Whether you’re an experienced dentist or a new graduate, you’ll have the support and resources to grow with confidence.

  • Why Dentists Choose Midwest Dental
  • Earn up to $300K with a compensation model designed to reward your clinical success.
  • Sign-on bonus available for qualified dentists.

Clinical autonomy — practice at the top of your license and make the decisions you believe are best for your patients.

Private-practice feel with the support and resources of a larger organization.

Complimentary CE & advanced training in implants, endodontics, clear aligners, oral surgery, digital dentistry and more.

Mentorship & clinical collaboration with experienced doctors and a network of providers who are invested in your success.

Strong team support — focus on patient care while our operations, training, recruiting, marketing and compliance teams help with the business side.

  • Opportunities to grow your skills, your patient base and your career.
  • Meaningful patient relationships — build trust with your patients and make a lasting impact in your community.
  • New Grads Are Welcome

Starting your dental career? You don’t have to figure it out alone. Our mentorship, training and clinical support are designed to help new dentists build confidence, expand their skills and transition successfully into practice.

Come build the practice and career you’ve been looking for, with the freedom to practice your way and the support to help you succeed.

Schedule (days/hours)

M-TR 8am-5pm, F 8am-12pm

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive, patient-centered dental care while practicing at the top of your license.
  • Conduct thorough examinations, diagnose oral health conditions and develop personalized treatment plans.
  • Clearly communicate treatment recommendations and help patients understand their options.
  • Build trusting, long-term relationships with patients and their families.
  • Collaborate with hygienists, dental assistants and other providers to deliver coordinated care.
  • Lead and empower your clinical team through effective communication, delegation and daily team huddles.
  • Stay current with advances in dentistry, technology and evidence-based treatment approaches.
  • Maintain the highest standards of clinical ethics, patient safety, confidentiality and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

  • DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school.
  • Active state dental license or eligibility to obtain one.
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Active DEA license or eligibility to obtain one.
  • Controlled Substance License, if required by the state.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Qualified candidates requiring sponsorship may be considered.
  • A commitment to clinical excellence and patient-centered care.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • A collaborative approach to working with patients and dental teams.

Compensation

up to $300,000 with salary and bonus

About Us

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include malpractice insurance, time off options, health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs and a 401k plan. You'll also enjoy complimentary CEs and access to other internal training opportunities to support your growth.

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@smilebrands.com

Veteran Careers: If you are active duty and seeking off-duty employment or a separated/retired military specialist looking to join a new team, we welcome a conversation. Thank you for your service.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

General dentistryOral health diagnosisTreatment planningTeam leadership

General Dentistry Career Context

Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks25 jobs · 18 employers

CME allowance
80%
401k / retirement match
72% this job
Sign-on bonus
32% this job
Loan repayment
28%
Relocation assistance
16%

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Sterling

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$159k
Median resident rent
$859/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Malpractice Insurance
Time Off Options
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Telemedicine
Flexible Spending Accounts