Associate Dentist Part-time or Full- Time

Smart Dental Care; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Dental Care in Belfast is seeking a patient-focused Associate Dentist to join our mixed NHS and private practice. You can choose to work full-time, part-time, or add 1–2 days to your current week; we tailor a schedule around you and your availability.

Based in Ballysillan (BT14), just 15 minutes from the city centre, our modern, well-equipped practice offers a busy patient list, strong clinical support, and real earning potential within a friendly team.

Qualifications

• GDC registered (or in the final stages of registration).
• Experienced in general dental practice.
• Patient-focused with excellent communication skills.
• Organised, professional and committed to high clinical standards.
• Comfortable working independently within a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Delivering general, restorative and preventative dentistry.
• Completing comprehensive oral health assessments.
• Developing personalised treatment plans.
• Educating patients on preventative care.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and providing an outstanding patient experience.
• Working collaboratively with an experienced clinical team.

Skills

GDC registered

General dental practice

Patient-focused

Communication skills

Independent working

Education

GDC registration (in progress)

Tools

SOE software

Intraoral scanners

Digital radiography

Sirona dental chairs

Cloud-based systems

Job description

• Modern digital workflows

Associate Dentist, Full-Time or Part-Time

Ballysillan, Belfast, Northern Ireland (BT14)

Flexible Working/Excellent Earning Potential/Established Mixed NHS & Private Practice

Are you looking for a rewarding Associate Dentist opportunity in North Belfast? Whether you're seeking a full-time role, part-time position, or simply looking to add one or two days to your existing week, we'd love to hear from you.

Located in Ballysillan (BT14), just 15 minutes from Belfast city centre, our well-established mixed NHS and private practice offers a busy patient list, modern facilities, and a supportive clinical team. We are happy to work around your availability, making this an ideal opportunity for dentists at any stage of their career.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a patient-focused Associate Dentist to join our friendly and experienced team.

Whether you're looking to:

• Join us full-time
• Work part-time
• Top up your existing week with 1-2+ days

We can offer the flexibility to build a schedule that works for you.

With consistent patient demand, efficient diary management and strong clinical support, you can focus on delivering excellent dentistry while we take care of the rest.

About The Practice

Our modern mixed NHS and private practice is located in Ballysillan, North Belfast (BT14), close to Belfast Castle and the Crumlin Road area with excellent transport links and free on-site parking.

As part of a respected dental group with more than 100+ surgeries across Northern Ireland and North West England, we combine the stability and support of a larger organisation with the welcoming feel of a local practice.

Modern Facilities

Our surgeries are fully equipped with:

• Sirona dental chairs
• Digital radiography
• Rotary endodontics
• Intraoral scanners
• Modern digital workflows
• Fully computerised SOE software
• Cloud-based clinical systems

What We Offer

• Excellent earning potential with a strong NHS list and growing private income
• Established patient base with consistent patient flow
• Competitive remuneration and private revenue share
• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle
• Fully trained dental nurses and experienced support staff
• Hygienists and therapists
• Treatment Coordinator (TCO) support
• Experienced Practice Manager
• Centralised marketing to help keep diaries full
• Clinical mentoring and CPD support
• Opportunities to develop special interests
• Long-term career progression within a growing dental group
• Calm, organised working environment
• Free on-site parking

Your Role

You'll provide high-quality NHS and private dental care while building lasting relationships with patients.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering general, restorative and preventative dentistry
• Completing comprehensive oral health assessments
• Developing personalised treatment plans
• Educating patients on preventative care
• Maintaining accurate clinical recordsProviding an outstanding patient experience
• Working collaboratively with an experienced clinical team

Who We're Looking For

We'd like to hear from dentists who are:

• GDC registered (or in the final stages of registration)
• Experienced in general dental practice
• Patient-focused with excellent communication skills
• Organised, professional and committed to high clinical standards
• Comfortable working independently within a supportive team

Additional skills and special interests are welcomed but are not essential.

Why Join Us?

• Full-time or part-time opportunities
• Flexible working to fit around your commitments
• Busy, established patient list
• Strong NHS and private earning potential
• Modern equipment and digital dentistry
• Friendly, experienced support team
• Excellent work-life balance
• Career development opportunities within a growing dental group