Periodontist
Compensation
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Job Description
We are a state-of-the-art practice looking for a Periodontic Associate. The practice is experiencing tremendous growth and is supported by a top notch Partner, clinical and administrative team. Our patient-centric and team focused practice has all the modern amenities to set you up for success.
We are looking for a motivated team player with great communication skills, a professional with a caring chair-side manner and excellent clinical skills. If you are dedicated to providing the best patient care possible, we want to meet you.
Responsibilities
As a Periodontist Associate at our practice, you will play a crucial role in providing specialized periodontal care to our diverse patient base. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with other dental specialists and general dentists to deliver comprehensive oral health solutions.
- Diagnose and treat periodontal conditions, including gingivitis, periodontitis, and other gum diseases.
- Perform scaling and root planning, gum surgeries, and other periodontal procedures.
- Collaborate with our team of dentists, hygienists, and specialists to create personalized treatment plans.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and preventive care.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in periodontics and dental technology.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
Required Qualifications
DMD or DDS degree from an accredited dental school.
Currently enrolling in or Completion of a periodontics residency program.
Preferred Qualifications
- State licensure as a periodontist.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
Benefits
- Annual time off
- Medical, Dental, & Vision
- 401k
- Paid Medical Malpractice Insurance
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Periodontics Career Context
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).
Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 38% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Dentist median $270k (middle half $188k–$300k)14 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Illinois index 100.0 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Illinois | 169 active | 5,627 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 38% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
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