Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and patient-focused Associate Dentist to join our established dental teams across Carntyne Dental Care and Tollcross Dental Care in Glasgow.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dentist looking to develop their clinical experience within a supportive and collaborative environment, while working across a mixed NHS and private patient base.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality general dental care, build strong relationships with patients and work closely with our experienced clinical and support teams. There is also an opportunity to develop your private treatment skills and broaden your clinical experience as your career progresses.
We are committed to providing high standards of patient care while supporting our clinicians in their continued professional and clinical development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out comprehensive dental examinations, diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Provide high-quality general dental care to NHS and private patients.
- Deliver a range of routine and restorative treatments within your clinical scope.
- Discuss treatment options clearly with patients and support them in making informed decisions about their care.
- Develop personalised treatment plans based on individual patient needs and clinical findings.
- Maintain accurate, detailed and confidential clinical records.
- Provide appropriate preventive and oral health advice to patients.
- Establish and maintain professional, trusting relationships with patients.
- Work collaboratively with Dental Nurses, clinicians and the wider practice team.
- Maintain high standards of clinical care, infection control and patient safety.
- Manage your patient diary effectively and contribute to the smooth running of the practice.
- Recognise when patients may benefit from treatment outside your scope of practice and utilise appropriate internal referral pathways.
- Take an active role in your own professional and clinical development.
Skills & Experience
The successful candidate will have:
- Experience in general dentistry with a strong foundation in core clinical skills.
- Confidence treating a mixed NHS and private patient base.
- Excellent clinical, diagnostic and treatment-planning skills.
- Strong communication and patient management skills.
- A professional, caring and patient-focused approach.
- The ability to work confidently both independently and as part of a collaborative clinical team.
- Strong organisation and time-management skills.
- A commitment to maintaining high standards of clinical care.
- A genuine interest in continued professional development.
- Motivation to develop private treatment skills and expand clinical experience.
Desirable Experience
Experience, training or a particular interest in any of the following would be advantageous:
- Restorative dentistry
- Cosmetic dentistry
- Dental implants
- Orthodontics
- Sedation
- Oral surgery
- Other specialist or advanced dental procedures
These are not essential to the role. Appropriate cases can be referred internally to clinicians with the relevant experience and expertise.
About the Practices:
Carntyne Dental Care and Tollcross Dental Care are established Glasgow practices providing a range of NHS and private dental services.
As part of our wider clinical team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced dental professionals and benefit from a collaborative approach to patient care.
We value professionalism, teamwork, clinical excellence and patient experience, and aim to create an environment where clinicians can develop their skills while providing consistently high-quality care.
Professional Development
We are keen to support clinicians who want to develop their skills and areas of clinical interest.
The role provides an opportunity to build a strong foundation in general dentistry, develop confidence with private treatment and progress clinically over time.
Our wider clinical team also provides opportunities for appropriate internal referrals and collaboration, allowing you to develop your experience while ensuring patients receive care from the most appropriate clinician.
Who We Are Looking For:
This role would be particularly well suited to a dentist who is:
- Motivated and enthusiastic about developing their clinical career.
- Committed to providing excellent patient care.
- Interested in building their private patient portfolio.
- Keen to expand their clinical skills and experience.
- Comfortable working as part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team.
- Professional, reliable and committed to continued learning.
We would welcome applications from dentists at an early or developing stage of their career, as well as more experienced clinicians looking for an opportunity to develop their private work within a supportive practice environment.
What We Offer:
- Mixed NHS and private patient base
- Opportunity to develop private treatment skills
- Supportive and experienced clinical teams
- Varied patient base across two established Glasgow practices
- Opportunities for appropriate internal referrals
- Collaborative working environment
- Opportunities for clinical development and progression
- A strong focus on patient-centred care
- Supportive environment for continued professional development
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated Associate Dentist looking for an opportunity to develop your clinical skills, build your private portfolio and work within a supportive and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a short covering letter outlining your experience, areas of clinical interest and what you are looking for in your next role.
Pay: Up to £100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
