* Vacancy Type: Practice Manager
* Department: Practices - South
Job Description
Are you a natural leader with a passion for delivering excellent patient care?
Whether youre an experienced Practice Manager or come from a similar people-focused dental background, this could be the opportunity youve been waiting for.
We’re looking for a motivated, organised, and people-focused Practice Manager to join the established team at Hutton Village Dental Practice.
* Full-time permanent opportunity - 40 hours per week over 5 days, Monday to Friday
* Established and highly reputable 7-surgery mixed NHS and private practice
* Modern and comfortable practice environment with a loyal patient base
* Wide range of treatments offered, including implants, orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry, facial aesthetics, sedation, prosthodontics, and emergency dental care
* Busy practice with strong patient demand and excellent referral network
* Outstanding patient feedback with a 4.9-star Google rating
* Supportive and collaborative leadership team, assisting with overall practice growth and management
* Ideally suited to someone with previous dental practice management or dental industry experience
Please note that as part of your role, you’ll be the Registered Manager for this practice.
About you
We’d love to receive your application to our Practice Manager vacancy if you have the following skills and experience:
* A healthcare, retail, hospitality, or similar service-focused background - experience managing a dental practice or strong leadership experience as a lead dental nurse is an added bonus, but not essential
* Leading and supporting colleagues to perform at their best
* Confident working with financials (P&L, KPIs, budgets)
* Focused on delivering operational excellence: from fully functioning equipment and facilities, to a compliant, process-driven practice team
What do you get in return?
* Professional Fees Covered: GDC, Indemnity and CPD costs fully covered
* Wellbeing Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and GP service plus an in-house Mental Health First Aider programme
* Additional Reward: bonus scheme based on practice performance
* Extra Leave: Birthday off and option to buy 3 more days
* Family Support: Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
* Financial Security: Contributory pension scheme
Who are we?
PortmanDentex is a leading dental group where your skills and ambitions make a real difference. We support over 370 practices across the UK and Ireland. We’re united by a passion for great dentistry, putting patients first and helping each other grow both at work and beyond.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience:
* Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate, support, and develop team members
* Strong financial acumen, including experience managing P&L, KPIs, and budgets
* Excellent organisational and time management skills with meticulous attention to detail
* Demonstrated experience delivering outstanding customer service in a service-focused environment
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships
* Problem-solving abilities and a proactive, solution-focused mindset
* Experience in process management and driving operational excellence
* Proficiency with IT systems and practice management software
* Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements within a healthcare or similar regulated environment
* Background in healthcare, dental practice management, or similar service-focused industry
* Experience as a lead dental nurse or in a senior clinical support role
* Proven track record of staff recruitment, induction, and retention
* Experience with practice performance analysis and strategic planning
* Familiarity with dental practice operations and patient care coordination
Personal Qualities:
* Collaborative and inclusive approach to working with colleagues at all levels
* Empathetic and supportive nature with genuine care for team wellbeing
* Assertive and decisive decision-making capabilityInnovative mindset with enthusiasm for continuous improvement
* Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and circumstances
* Resilient and composed under pressure
* Transparent and honest in all professional dealings
* Visionary thinking with goal‑oriented focus on practice success
Certifications and Education:
* No specific qualifications are essential; however, relevant management qualifications or healthcare administration experience would be advantageous
Additional Information
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.
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