Pediatric Dentist

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
Active and unrestricted Illinois state dental license
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 communities
Benefits:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off, floating holidays, and recognized holidays
401(k) retirement plan
Life and Disability Insurance
FSA and HSA options
License renewal fees covered
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.

Pay: $120.00 - $140.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
Did you complete a CODA-accredited Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program?

Experience:
Pediatric dentistry: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Dental License (Required)
Work Location: In person