Associate Dentist

National Dental Care; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National Dental Care's Dental at Lake Haven on the Central Coast, NSW is seeking a motivated Graduate Dentist to join our friendly team. You will develop your clinical skills across a broad range of general dentistry with support from experienced clinicians in a patient‑centred practice.

This role provides mentored learning, exposure to preventive, restorative and routine treatments, and opportunities to build rapport with diverse patients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent qualification.
• Current registration with AHPRA or eligibility to obtain registration.
• Recent graduate or dentist in first/second year of practice.
• Patient-focused approach with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop clinically in a collaborative team.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, ethical dental care.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive general dental care including examinations, diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Delivering preventative, restorative and routine dental treatments.
• Educating patients on oral hygiene and long-term oral health.
• Building trusting relationships with patients through clear communication.
• Working with the dental team to ensure an exceptional patient experience.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and adhering to infection control standards.
• Continuing to develop clinical knowledge and skills through learning and development.

Skills

Patient-focused

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Dental Surgery

AHPRA registration or eligibility

Recent graduate / early practice

Job description

At National Dental Care (NDC), our mission is simple — to Make Australia Smile. Guided by our vision to be the first choice for both dental professionals and patients, we’re passionate about delivering outstanding patient care while creating workplaces where our people feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed.

Established in 2013, NDC has grown to become one of Australia’s largest and most trusted dental service providers, with a nationwide network of 117 modern practices — and growing. Our strength lies in our people, our collaborative culture, and our commitment to continuous improvement and clinical excellence.

About the Practice

At Dental at Lake Haven, we’re proud to provide high-quality, patient-focused dental care to our local Central Coast community. Our friendly and experienced team is committed to creating a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable, supported and confident in their dental care.

We offer a comprehensive range of services, including general dentistry, preventative care, restorative treatments, extractions and orthodontic services. With a strong focus on prevention, early detection and long-term oral health, we aim to deliver personalised treatment plans that help our patients maintain healthy, confident smiles.

We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Dentistto join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to build your clinical skills, gain valuable experience and develop your career in a supportive practice environment.

Job Description

As a Graduate Dentist at Dental at Lake Haven, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your clinical skills while providing high-quality dental care to a diverse patient base.

• Providing comprehensive general dental care, including examinations, diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Delivering preventative, restorative and routine dental treatments.
• Educating patients on oral hygiene, preventative care and maintaining long-term oral health.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with patients through clear communication and a compassionate approach.
• Working collaboratively with the wider dental team to ensure an exceptional patient experience.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and adhering to infection control, clinical governance and professional standards.
• Continuing to develop your clinical knowledge and skills through ongoing learning and professional development.

Qualifications

• A recognised Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent qualification.
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or eligibility to obtain registration.
• A recent graduate or dentist in their first or second year of practice.
• A patient-focused approach with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A willingness to learn, develop clinically and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, ethical dental care.

Additional Information

At National Dental Care, we believe in supporting our clinicians to build rewarding, long-term careers. Joining our network means becoming part of a collaborative team that values professional growth, clinical excellence and patient-centered care.

• Develop your clinical skills in a welcoming and supportive practice.
• Build confidence and experience across a broad range of general dentistry procedures.
• Access ongoing learning and professional development opportunities through the NDC network.
• Be part of a team that values collaboration, patient relationships and quality outcomes.

We’ll be happy to hear from you if you’re a recent graduate or early-career dentist looking for an opportunity to grow your skills and make a meaningful difference to patients’ oral health!

We appreciate the interest of recruitment agencies; however, we are not accepting agency referrals for this role.