Dental Therapist

NHS Scotland; Grantown-on-Spey; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Highland is seeking a dental therapist for its Grantown On Spey and Aviemore Clinics. This role offers 14.7 hours per week on Wednesdays and Thursdays, promising a vital contribution to the Public Dental Service as part of a supportive team, in a beautiful and resource-rich location.

Qualifications

• Registered dental therapist with experience in specialized patient care.
• Ability to work with medically compromised and anxious patients.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental care to patients unsuitable for general dental practice.
• Work collaboratively within a larger dental team.
• Utilize full scope of practice to deliver comprehensive treatment.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Dental Therapy

Job description

NHS Highland has an exciting opportunity for a dental therapist to work in the Grantown On Spey and Aviemore Public Dental Service Clinics on a fixed-term until 13/02/2026. The position involves working 14.7 hours per week on Wednesdays and Thursdays. This role offers a great opportunity for career development and a healthy work-life balance.

The Highlands are a beautiful place to live and work, offering excellent schools, affordable housing, outdoor activities, and easy access to Inverness and wider travel links.

You will be part of a larger dental team, utilizing your full scope of practice to provide care to patients registered within the Public Dental Service, including those unsuitable for general dental practice, those referred for specialized care, dentally anxious patients, and medically compromised individuals.

For more information, contact Anne Gornall, Assistant Clinical Dental Director, NHS Highland, at 01463 704635 or 07483 149678.

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity and eliminating discrimination. We aim for a workforce that is truly representative and where every employee feels respected and empowered. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

Additional Information for Candidates

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NHS Highland covers an area of 12,500 square miles across Highland and Argyll & Bute. We strive to foster a positive culture aligned with NHS and Social Care values.