Direct Access Dental Therapist

Smart Dental Care; Forton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Longridge Dental Centre, part of Smart Dental Care, seeks a GDC-registered Direct Access Dental Therapist to work full-time in a modern, supportive practice. You will deliver periodontal therapy, NHS and private care, and grow your private patient base within a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes preventative care, patient education, and developing private services, with opportunities for career progression within Smart Dental Care’s network across the North West.

Qualifications

• GDC registration as a Dental Therapist.
• Direct Access experience and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and patient care.
• Passion for preventative and minimally invasive dentistry.
• Interest in developing private treatments and building long-term patient relationships.
• Cosmetic dentistry experience advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality periodontal therapy and restorative treatment for NHS and private patients.
• Assess patients under Direct Access and provide preventative care.
• Build long-term relationships through excellent clinical care.
• Explain treatment options and support informed decisions.
• Collaborate with clinical team and refer for implants, orthodontics, cosmetics as needed.
• Develop private services and grow private patient base.

Skills

Direct Access

Independent practice

Communication skills

Patient care

Preventative dentistry

Minimally invasive dentistry

Private treatment development

Education

GDC Registration as Dental Therapist

Job description

Job Overview

Longridge Dental Centre is looking for an experienced and motivated GDC-registered Direct Access Dental Therapist to join our friendly and progressive team on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality periodontal therapy and restorative treatment for NHS and private patients.
• Working under Direct Access, carrying out patient assessments and providing preventative care.
• Building strong, long-term relationships with patients through excellent clinical care.
• Clearly explaining treatment options and supporting patients in making informed decisions.
• Working closely with the wider clinical team and referring patients where appropriate for implants, orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and other treatments.
• Developing private services and supporting the growth of your own patient base.

Qualifications

• GDC registration as a Dental Therapist.
• Previous Direct Access experience and confidence working independently.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.
• A passion for preventative and minimally invasive dentistry.
• An interest in developing private treatments and building long-term patient relationships.
• Additional experience in cosmetic dentistry would be advantageous but is not essential.

With over 30 practices across the North West of England and Northern Ireland, at Smart Dental Care we're never too far away. Both NHS & Private.

This is an excellent opportunity for a therapist looking to develop their career within a modern, supportive practice, treating both NHS and private patients while having the opportunity to build and develop their own private patient base.

Why Join Longridge Dental Centre?

• Full-time opportunity with flexible days and hours to be discussed.
• Excellent opportunity to develop your private patient base and earning potential.
• Established and supportive clinical team.
• Access to in-house referrals across a range of dental disciplines.
• Marketing support to help promote private services and attract new patients.
• Modern, well-equipped practice.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Support from the wider Smart Dental Care team.

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