Associate Dentist

Bupa UK; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house CPD events

Professional development opportunities

Large clinical support network

Referral Portal

5% rebate on spend with Bupa Labs

Job summary

Bupa Dental Care Carryduff is expanding with a brand-new surgery and seeks an Associate Dentist on a self-employed basis to build and grow a patient base. Start with a small NHS list and have significant potential to develop private income in a supportive, well-established practice.

The Carryduff practice offers a modern environment, ample patient care opportunities, and resources to support professional growth and business development, including in-house CPD and marketing support.

Qualifications

• GDC-registered dentist with a valid practising certificate.
• Experience building and growing a patient base on a self-employed basis.
• Ability to work with NHS list and develop private patient referrals.

Skills

Self-employed

Private dentistry

NHS experience

Patient care

Education

BDS / BDS equivalent

Tools

Dentally software

Digital x-rays

iTero scanner

Job description

Due to the addition of a brand-new surgery, we are looking for an Associate Dentist to partner with us on a self-employed basis at our established Bupa Dental Care Carryduff practice.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dentist looking to build and grow a patient base, with a small NHS list to start with and significant potential to develop private income in a well-established and supportive practice.

• Up to 5 days per week [Monday to Friday]
• Small NHS list available from day one with scope to grow
• Great private earning potential to grow your business
• Industry--leading offers and resources for professional growth and business support – find out more below
  

About Bupa Dental Care Carryduff

Our established 4 surgery practice is expanding with the addition of a brand new surgery being built. The practice offers a modern working environment, equipped with Dentally software, digital x-rays and an iTero scanner. You'll be supported by experienced clinicians, a dedicated Practice Manager and a friendly, professional team committed to delivering outstanding patient care.

• Bright, modern surgeries with plenty of natural light
• Prime location on Church Street, in the heart of Carryduff
• Free on-site parking for staff and patients
• EV charging points conveniently located nearby
• Excellent accessibility, just a 20 minute drive from Belfast
  

Our practice offers Bupa Smile Plan - a payment plan that allows patients to spread the cost of their routine preventive dentistry throughout the year. This enables our patients to budget for their dental care and encourages regular attendance helping to maintain their oral health. For you it means a more stable revenue stream from a loyal patient base with absolutely no fees or admin costs - you get paid for the services you offer in line with private pricing.

Partnering with Bupa also means the unique opportunity to provide dental treatment to our insurance customers, improving your revenue streams and growing any private work you wish to undertake.

Work with Bupa, Thrive at Bupa

• In-house CPD events
• Professional development opportunities
• Large clinical support network
• Referral Portal
• 5% rebate on spend with Bupa Labs
  

Access to Bupa Healthcare

• Discounted health insurance with medical history disregarded
• Preferential rates to Busa Menopause plan
• Suite of wellbeing resources available
  

Additional Benefits

• An Invisalign discount course and savings on labs bills (20 % iGO and 46% on comprehensive treatment)
• Implant discount- Straumann, Astra, Nobel Biocare and Zimmer Biomet
• Receive up to £3,000 referral fee for referring Clinicians & Support Staff (Ts & Cs apply)
• Highest standards of clinical governance and expert practice support - giving you the time to concentrate on delivering excellent patient care
• Access to an in-house complaint team
• Practice level marketing support to help you grow your business
• Network of 380+ practices making it easier to relocate
  

Why we're different: As the only corporate dental provider in the UK not backed by private equity, we’re in a unique position. We’re committed to the UK dental industry for the long-term – both private and NHS – and are ready to treat not just today’s patients, but generations to come.

Furthermore, as a limited liability company Bupa has no shareholders, so we’re able to focus 100% on delivering a great service for our customers. We are run commercially to ensure we remain competitive, but Bupa reinvests 100% of its profits to help provide better care for patients across the world.

To find out more about working with us, find us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

Here you’ll be welcomed. We champion diversity and we understand the importance of people representing the communities and customers we serve. You’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer.