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Webster Dental Care
Chicago, Illinois

General Dentist

DentalFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Webster Dental Care is seeking a skilled, motivated, and patient-focused General Dentist to join our established practice in Chicago's Portage Park neighborhood.

With over 50 years of serving the Chicagoland community, Webster Dental Care has built a reputation for providing high-quality, comprehensive dental care in a welcoming and professional environment. With multiple locations throughout the Chicago area, we offer our providers the opportunity to grow professionally while being supported by an experienced clinical and administrative team.

What You'll Do

  • Provide comprehensive general dentistry services, including preventive, restorative, and cosmetic treatments.
  • Diagnose and develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
  • Educate patients on oral health, treatment options, and preventive care.
  • Work collaboratively with hygienists, dental assistants, specialists, and administrative staff to deliver exceptional patient experiences.
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and adhere to all applicable standards of care.
  • Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and patient-centered practice environment.

What We're Looking For

  • DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
  • Active Illinois dental license in good standing.
  • Strong clinical skills and a commitment to delivering quality dentistry.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
  • A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to professional growth.
  • Previous experience in general dentistry is preferred, but motivated newer graduates are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Webster Dental Care?

Established Patient Base: Join a well-established practice with an existing patient community.

Competitive Compensation: Attractive earning potential with a compensation structure designed to reward productivity.

Clinical Autonomy: Focus on providing quality dentistry and making treatment decisions in the best interests of your patients.

  • Experienced Support Team: Work alongside knowledgeable clinical and administrative professionals.
  • Specialty Collaboration: Access to a network of dental specialists throughout our organization.
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for continuing education, mentorship, and long-term career growth.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive general dentistry services including preventive, restorative, and cosmetic treatments. Develop individualized treatment plans and maintain accurate clinical documentation while collaborating with the dental team.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school and possess an active Illinois dental license. Strong clinical skills and excellent communication abilities are required for this role.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Preventive dentistryRestorative dentistryCosmetic dentistryTreatment planningPatient educationCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Dentistry Career Context

Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 40% have no call, 78% 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).

Top Dentist Jobs

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Salary Distribution29 jobs

12
<$270k
9
$270k-340k
4
$340k-410k
2
$410k-480k
2
$500k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs

401k / retirement match
79%
CME allowance
54% this job
Relocation assistance
21%
Sign-on bonus
18%
Loan repayment
18%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#2

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$300k-$500k
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Dentist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Chicago

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$356k
Typical market rent
$2,342/mo
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.

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

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About Webster Dental Care

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, Illinois
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Established Patient Base
Competitive Compensation
Clinical Autonomy
Experienced Support Team
Specialty Collaboration
Professional Development