Dental Surgeon

National Healthcare Group Polyclinics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Singapore is seeking a dedicated Dental Surgeon to join their NHGP Dental Clinic. The successful candidate will manage patient care, mentor junior staff, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. Candidates should hold a recognized dental degree, be registered with the Singapore Dental Council, and exhibit strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Registered with the Singapore Dental Council.
• Passion for mentoring junior staff and commitment to clinical quality.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality patient care and manage dental conditions.
• Organize clinical audits and perform administrative tasks.
• Mentor junior clinicians and focus on staff safety and infection control.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Process improvement

Mentoring

Leadership

Multitasking

Compassionate

Team player

Competent in intermediate procedures

Education

Basic Dental Degree from Singapore (i.e., BDS) or recognized dental degree

Conditional or Full Registration with Singapore Dental Council

Graduate Diploma or Masters in relevant fields (e.g., General Dentistry)

Tools

Dental Software (e.g., Medisys)

Job description

Company description:

National Healthcare Group Polyclinics

Job description:

Dental Surgeon in NHGP Dental Clinic

National Healthcare Group Polyclinics (NHGP) offers basic primary dental care as well as intermediate-level dental services. This includes a broad range of Operative Dentistry, Prosthodontics, Periodontics, Endodontics, and Minor Oral Surgery. We strive to get the best people to work in a supportive environment of teamwork, continual improvement, and innovation. We seek committed, motivated, and competent Dental Surgeons with a passion for public service to join our team. They will lead our respective clinics in providing dental care to their communities.

Dental Surgeons are responsible for ensuring the quality of care in managing patients with dental conditions. As part of quality management, Dental Surgeons provide clinical mentorship and organize dental care at the clinics. In addition to clinical duties, they will carry out clinical audits and hold administrative or leadership roles as assigned. Patient and staff safety are priorities, with a keen focus on infection control. Career development opportunities are available for excellent performers.

Skills crucial to success in this role:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and rapport with patients and supporting clinical staff
• Passion for clinical quality, process improvement, mentoring junior clinicians, and leadership
• A proactive and motivated team player
• Compassionate and enthusiastic
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Competent in intermediate dental procedures
• Able to commit to a 5.5-day workweek (Monday - Saturday)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic Dental Degree from Singapore (i.e., BDS) or a dental degree recognized by the Singapore Dental Council
• Conditional or Full Registration with the Singapore Dental Council
• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience preferred

Additional knowledge/skills that are a plus:

• Graduate Diploma or Masters in relevant fields (e.g., General Dentistry, Special Needs Dentistry, Dental Public Health, Conservative Dentistry)
• Experience with Dental Software such as Medisys