Job Description

Job description

Northwick Park Dental Practice welcomes applications from associate dentists to join our team at Northwick Park Hospital.

This position would suit an experienced associate who seeks stability and fulfilment in a practice that values diligence, learning, and professional integrity.

The practice has recently been refurbished, and our 3 treatment rooms are spacious, bright and air-conditioned. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an experienced team with a reputation for delivering excellent service and maintaining superior standards of communication and care within the safety of a hospital environment.

Part-Time Associate Required - 1 position available

Patient Population: Private 60%, NHS 40%

12 per UDA

2000 UDAs

You will receive 45% of your private gross earnings

You will pay 50% of all your laboratory bills

2 fixed days available with flexibility of which days from Monday to Friday

Stable patients - Hospital Staff

This position offers stability, support and professional development Must have experience in composite bonding, Invisalign and/or implants 3 years of experience required
Principal-led clinical support and career guidance

Practice Manager- approachable, organised and positive

Dental Nurses - experienced, qualified, and friendly

Hygienist service well established

In-house Dentist with Special Interest in Endodontics Implants, Oral Surgery and IV Sedation Service iTero scanner, CBCT imaging, intra-oral cameras, digital x-rays, 42-inch screen
The start date is to be agreed upon at the earliest convenience.

Applicants must be GDC registered and have professional indemnity arrangements in place.

Applicants must have an active performer number, a valid DBS disclosure, a full immunisation record and provide details for 2 clinical referees.

Profile

The practice values team engagement, continual improvement, and educational development. We are grateful to work within a wider team of experienced professionals in a unique hospital environment. Joining the team will provide you with a sense of well-being, career satisfaction and a diverse patient base.

This is a valuable opportunity to deliver high-quality dentistry within a secondary care environment. There is scope to treat patients from a wide range of socio-demographic backgrounds, and our clinical team is privileged to be directly involved in improving the quality of life for both patients and staff within the hospital.

The practice generates 60% of its revenue from private fees per item and the remaining 40% through the delivery of NHS General Dental Services.

We have excellent public transport links, and parking permits are available to access the newly built hospital staff car park.

Nurses

All dental nurses are qualified and trained in clinical photography, intra-oral scanning, Invisalign, implants and composite bonding. We work as a unit to solve problems and support a comfortable, relaxed workflow whilst enjoying the benefits of having a friendly, professional, and efficient practice environment, linked to the experience and attributes of our team. You will be working with all our dental nurses to support diversity and skill mix within the practice.

Reception

Our reception team is positive, accommodating and experienced in zoning your diary to suit your working style and productivity. Complications are assessed promptly and managed in-house to ensure a stable, relaxed, and efficient clinical working day. We plan for flexibility within the appointment diary to ensure the clinic runs smoothly and patients are satisfied.

Principal Support

With 20 years of clinical experience as a General Dental Practitioner (GDP), Foundation Trainer, and Clinical Teacher in Oral Surgery, I am an experienced Invisalign Provider with an MSc in Implant Dentistry and additional training in restorative dentistry, leadership, management, and mentoring.

I will provide guidance tailored to your needs, with a focus on your career development, including, but not limited to, postgraduate clinical and business training.

I will encourage efficient workflow patterns that prevent complications and provide clinical support, assisting directly if matters escalate.

Opportunities

The team works within the community to promote oral health through local education initiatives. All our team members contribute to the departments of Northwick Park Hospital by offering patients the full range of options for treatment, advice, and preventative care.

There is scope to provide departmental assistance in the management of patients undergoing Oral Cancer therapy and, when required, the practice provides assessment and diagnostic reporting for subjects participating in privately funded pharmaceutical research.

Development

You will receive guidance and support, along with encouragement, to develop personally and professionally within the organisation. The practice offers incentives, recognition, and opportunities for long-term growth and development. You will be encouraged to demonstrate leadership and integrate within the NHS Trust to deliver care and advice for hospital patients associated with several departments, including, but not limited to, Maternity Services, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Orthodontics at Northwick Park Hospital.

We focus on fostering team togetherness and promoting a positive business culture by encouraging meetups and promoting work-life balance.

Support and Training

You will be required to attend regular meetings with the management team to support you in achieving your personal, professional, and financial goals, while encouraging you to engage with the operational management of the practice.

Clinical support is available from experienced clinicians with advanced skills and training. There are ongoing opportunities for professional development and to attend courses to upskill clinically. The team benefits from educational support from the neighbouring Northwick Park Dental Education Centre.

Career Progression

The practice maintains strong relationships with educational providers who share our values, and we invest strategically in career pathways to support the stability and retention of our team members. We welcome professional enterprises that come with acquiring new skills, and we value the systems and processes involved in developing effective working styles and techniques.

Our experience in the dental sector has reinforced an ethos of progress and learning. We are grateful to have relationships with industry leaders, which provide a continued source of support to help us achieve our team's goals, focusing on growth and success within a positive business culture.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 42,000.00-96,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 13 per week

Benefits:

Company events On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 27/05/2025
Expected start date: 10/07/2025