Direct Access Dental Therapist

Smart Dental Care; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development within Smart Dental

Private patient base opportunities

Job summary

Eden Dental Studio in Blackburn is seeking an experienced Direct Access Dental Therapist registered with the GDC to join a high-end private practice. You will provide periodontal therapy, hygiene and preventative care, work independently under Direct Access, and help develop private services while building lasting patient relationships with a supportive team at Smart Dental Care.

The role offers flexible hours, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to advance private treatment

Qualifications

• GDC registration required and Direct Access experience.
• Excellent patient care and communication skills.
• Interest in private/cosmetic dentistry is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Provide periodontal therapy, hygiene and preventative care.
• Perform direct access assessments and treatment planning.
• Explain treatment options clearly to patients.
• Develop private services and promote offerings.
• Build long-term patient relationships.

Skills

GDC Registration

Direct Access

Private patient care

Cosmetic dentistry

Education

Dental Therapist qualification

Job description

Experienced Direct Access Dental Therapist

Location: Eden Dental Studio, Blackburn BB1

Position: Full-time, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday, Hours to be discussed during interview

Practice Type: High-End Private Dental Studio

Grow Your Career at Eden Dental Studio

Eden Dental Studio is a high-end private dental studio with 9 fully equipped surgeries, offering a modern, patient-focused environment with a strong emphasis on quality dentistry and exceptional patient care.

We're looking for an experienced, motivated GDC-registered Direct Access Dental Therapist to join our friendly and progressive team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Dental Therapist looking to develop their career within a high-end private setting, build strong patient relationships and expand their clinical skills.

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide high-quality periodontal therapy, hygiene and preventative care
• Work under Direct Access, carrying out patient assessments and treatment
• Deliver exceptional patient care and clearly explain treatment options
• Build and maintain long-term patient relationships
• Work closely with our experienced dental team and refer patients where appropriate
• Develop and promote private services, including:

• Airflow hygiene therapy
• Teeth whitening
• Preventative and periodontal care
• Other suitable minimally invasive treatments

Why Join Eden Dental Studio?

• High-end private dental studio with 9 fully equipped surgeries
• Modern, well-equipped clinical environment
• Opportunity to develop your private patient base
• Supportive and experienced clinical team
• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• In-house referrals across a range of dental disciplines
• Marketing support to help promote your services
• Career development opportunities within Smart Dental Care
• A professional, patient-focused environment where quality of care comes first

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

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