Director of Clinical Operations
Department of Periodontics
College of Dentistry

Job ID#: 154592 Close Date: 12/03/2021

The University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD), Department of Periodontics is seeking a full-time, Director of Clinical Operations to join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient –centered and evidence-based.

The Department of Periodontics is actively engaged in the educational, research and service missions of the College. The Department of Periodontics provides instruction and clinical experience dealing with the etiology, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases of the periodontium in adults. This includes surgical placement of implants and implant maintenance. The clinic provides patient care by 11 current residents with faculty supervision and assistance from Dental Assistants.

The Director of Clinical Operations is responsible for oversight and management of the Postgraduate Periodontics Clinic. The position requires knowledge of information regarding technical dental procedures, health care policy and laws relating to dental practice and regulatory compliance in addition to providing clinical care. Responsibilities will include managing clinical operations in the Periodontic Postgraduate Clinic as well as financial operations including approving clinical orders. This position is responsible for training and supervision of clinical staff and will also manage patient care.

Qualifications included Bachelor’s degree (Masters preferred); preferably in an oral health profession or related science field. Minimum of five years’ demonstrated experience in progressive clinical administrative responsibilities in a healthcare setting. Oral hygienist licensure and certifications required.

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and experience in accounting and financial reporting and financial information systems; understanding of various claim/billing methodologies; experience in development of systems requirements and implementation of organization-wide applications; background in risk management programs and understanding compliance with regulatory health standards; and experience working in a health care and/or academic environment. Knowledge of and an ability to learn information regarding technical dental procedures, health care policy, and laws relating to dental practice and regulatory compliance. Computer technology proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite and patient management software required (Axium) Desktop publishing and website design ability.

For fullest consideration, submit a letter of intent, current CV and the names of 3 references by December 3, 2021 to https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=154592

Clinical Instructor
Department of Periodontics
College of Dentistry

Job ID #: 156169 Close Date: 1/11/2022

The University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD), Department of Periodontics is seeking two full-time, Clinical Instructors to join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient –centered and evidence-based.

The Department of Periodontics is actively engaged in the educational, research and service missions of the College. The Department of Periodontics provides instruction and clinical experience dealing with the etiology, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases of the periodontium in adults. This includes surgical placement of implants and implant maintenance. The predoctoral program has 6 full-time faculty as well as numerous part-time faculty teaching in 5 clinics with over 70 students as well instructors in the preclinical courses.

The Clinical Instructors will have teaching duties in the form of clinical and preclinical instruction to the Predoctoral and Advanced Standing students within the Predoctoral Periodontics program. They will provide hands-on didactic instruction in non-surgical periodontal therapy in the pre-doctoral program. They will collaborate with faculty in the development of clinical and preclinical curriculum. They will teach in a variety of seminars and conferences in the department as well as participate in collegiate faculty meetings, departmental staff meetings and other divisional meetings on a regular basis. They will also participate in public service activities.

Qualifications included Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred). Oral hygienist licensure and certifications required.  Strong commitment to interdisciplinary care and willingness to engage other academic departments. Experience in evidenced-based dentistry and practice management preferred.

For fullest consideration, submit a letter of intent, current CV, current license and the names of 3 references by January 11, 2022 to https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=156169

Central Sterilization Supply Technician (Dental Sterilization Tech)
Dentistry Administration
College of Dentistry

Job ID #:  87324 Close Date: 7/1/2022

The University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD) is seeking a full-time, Central Sterilization Supply Technician (Dental Sterilization Tech) join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient –centered and evidence-based.

The College of Dentistry is the largest oral health college in the State of Illinois, provides care for 35,000 patients a year, and has over 500 students seeking dental degrees including DMD, PhD and Master’s programs.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave that includes Vacation, Holiday and Sick.  In addition, the University offers tuition waivers for employees and dependents.  Click for a complete list of benefits: at: https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits.

Dental Sterilization Technicians perform all duties associated with the sterilization process and dispensing of dental instruments, supplies and equipment used by the dental students and staff at the College of Dentistry.

Candidates must be a high school graduate or equivalent and must have 12 months of experience in a medical, health care or laboratory setting or a closely related using sterile procedures or have a current certification as a Sterile Processing Technician from the Certification Board for Sterile Professing and Distribution (CFSPD). The preferred candidate will have knowledge of dental instrumentation, procedures and dental materials, experience operating sterilizing machines and thermal disinfectors and knowledge of sterile techniques and infection control procedures.

To view a list of duties and apply click: https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=87324

Dental Clinic Clerk I
Dentistry Administration
College of Dentistry 

Job ID#: 87323 Close Date: 10/1/2022

The University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD) is seeking a full-time, Dental Clinic Clerk I to join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient –centered and evidence-based.

The College of Dentistry is the largest oral health college in the State of Illinois, provides care for 35,000 patients a year, and has over 500 students seeking dental degrees including DMD, PhD and Master’s programs.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave that includes Vacation, Holiday and Sick.  In addition, the University offers tuition waivers for employees and dependents.  Click for a complete list of benefits: at: https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits.

The Dental Clinic Clerk I is utilized throughout UIC COD in the Pre-doctoral Clinics, Specialty Clinics, and Office for Financial Affairs.  The Dental Clinic Clerk I provides a variety of patient-related dental support functions, which include checking in patients, verifying insurance at the point of contact, establishing and maintaining dental charts, collecting/posting all forms of patient payments, scheduling and confirming appointments and interacting with patients at the UIC College of Dentistry Clinics.

Candidates must be a high school graduate or equivalent and must have 12 months of customer service or receivable management experience in a medical and/or dental setting.

The preferred candidate will have experience in cash handling, ability to multitask and prioritize workload, and effectively interact with patients, faculty, staff and students in addition to individuals outside the University community, in a positive manner, to achieve customer satisfaction.

To view a list of duties and apply click: https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=87323

Dental Assistant II
Dentistry Administration
College of Dentistry 

Job ID#: 86372 Close Date: 10/1/2022 

The University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD) is seeking a full-time, Dental Assistant II join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient –centered and evidence-based.

The College of Dentistry is the largest oral health college in the State of Illinois, provides care for 35,000 patients a year, and has over 500 students seeking dental degrees including DMD, PhD and Master’s programs.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave that includes Vacation, Holiday and Sick.  In addition, the University offers tuition waivers for employees and dependents.  Click for a complete list of benefits: at: https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits.

The Dental Assistant II is utilized throughout UIC COD in the Department of Oral Surgery, Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Endodontics, Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry (Prosthodontics).  The Dental Assistant II duties include chair-side assistance during dental treatments or surgical procedures, prepares surgical suites, transfer instruments, retracts and evacuates the oral cavity, and assist on surgical cases with local anesthesia.

Candidates must be a high school graduate or equivalent and must have 12 months of work experiences in dental assisting, graduate from an accredited dental assisting school or have a current certification as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) by the Dental Assisting National Board.   The preferred candidate will be have surgical experiences, experience with four handed dentistry techniques, ability to multitask, and have good oral and written communication skills.

To view a list of duties and apply click: https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=86372

Medical Social Consultant (Health Care Social Worker)
Department of Pediatric Dentistry
College of Dentistry

Job ID #: 157174 Close Date: 1/26/2022

The University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD) is seeking a full-time, Medical Social Consultant (Health Care Social Worker) to join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient –centered and evidence-based.

The College of Dentistry is the largest oral health college in the State of Illinois, provides care for 35,000 patients a year, and has over 500 students seeking dental degrees including DMD, PhD and Master’s programs.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave that includes Vacation, Holiday and Sick.  In addition, the University offers tuition waivers for employees and dependents.  Click for a complete list of benefits: at: https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits.

The full-time Medical Social Consultant (Health Care Social Worker) will provide social work encounters, case management, short-term interventions and referrals for patients and families who attend the Pediatric Dentistry clinics at the UIC College of Dentistry. The Medical Social Consultant functions as a case manager for specific patients, coordinating services and treatment appointments.

Candidates must have Master’s degree from an accredited school or university in social or behavioral science or a related health specialty area and current State of IL Licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).  The preferred candidate will have bilingual language skills, demonstrated interview techniques and complex problem solving skills.

To view a list of duties and apply by the application deadline of January 26, 2022 click: https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=157174

The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, Veteran, or disability status.

Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit:

https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899

University of Illinois faculty, staff and students are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption in accordance with applicable University processes.

Dental Clinic Clerk II (Care Coordinator)
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
College of Dentistry 

Job ID #: 154379 Close Date: 1/27/2022 

The University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry (UIC COD) is seeking a full-time, Dental Clinic Clerk II (Care Coordinator) to join a worldwide leader in oral health education, clinical care and research that is patient –centered and evidence-based.

The College of Dentistry is the largest oral health college in the State of Illinois, provides care for 35,000 patients a year, and has over 500 students seeking dental degrees including DMD, PhD and Master’s programs.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave that includes Vacation, Holiday and Sick.  In addition, the University offers tuition waivers for employees and dependents.  Click for a complete list of benefits: at: https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits.

The full-time Dental Clinic Clerk II (Care Coordinator) will provide patient centered service for the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and will be responsible for collections and accounts receivables.  The position will also monitor the accuracy of patient accounts including but not limited to patient demographics and insurance information.

1. Candidates must be a high school graduate or equivalent and must have 12 months of experience comparable to that performed at the Dental Clinic Clerk I level of this series https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/ViewSeries.aspx?tblCS_SeriesID=103 OR Certified Dental Assistant in a dental clinic facility, program, or in dentistry practice.

To view a list of duties and apply by the application deadline of January 27, 2022 click: https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=154379

The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, Veteran, or disability status.

Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit:

https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899

University of Illinois faculty, staff and students are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption in accordance with applicable University processes.