Smart Dental Care
Direct Access Dental Therapist Preston, Lancashire
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Experienced Direct Access Dental Therapist
Location: Longridge Dental Centre, Preston
Position: Full-Time Days & Hours to be Discussed
Practice Type: Mixed NHS & Private\Excellent Private Growth Potential
Grow Your Career with Longridge Dental Centre
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.
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.
What You'll Be Doing
- 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.
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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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About You
We're looking for someone who has:
- 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.
Join Our Team
If you're an experienced Dental Therapist looking for a practice where you can combine NHS and private dentistry, develop your own patient base and work within a supportive and progressive team, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today for a private and confidential conversation about the opportunity at Longridge Dental Centre, Preston.
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