* Full-time
* Contract Type: Permanent
* Department: Practices - North
Job Description
Outstanding opportunity for a General Dental Clinician at our Cavehill Dental Clinic in North Belfast.
* Immediately available or a later start will be considered.
* Days and Hours: Full or part time will be considered including Saturdays if preferred.
* Both NHS and Private
* Excellent earning potential
* An exciting opportunity for a newly qualified clinician, or those wanting to develop themselves in practice.
* Experienced practice manager and experienced nursing team
* Exceptionally smart and well equipped practice
* Excellent local reputation
* Fully digital systems
* Full clinical freedom
* Beautiful location at the base of The Cavehill.
Established for over 50 years, we are a traditional, fully equipped, 7 surgery, community based practice with a reputation for delivering a quality service to private and Health Service patients. We offer a wide range of treatments with a particular focus on general dentistry.
We have an experienced support team onsite including fully qualified dental nurses and a highly experienced practice Manager who ensure our Dentists can focus on dentistry and delivering the best clinical outcomes.
Our practice is located in a pleasant area, 10 mins from Belfast city centre with free parking outside. Easy access to Belfast City Centre, Stations and Airports.
This role may be subject to a relevant criminal records check, called an AccessNI check. You will be advised about this at interview stage, and you must disclose if there is any reason why you cannot work in regulated activity.
Essential Qualifications
* GDC registration as a fully qualified dentist with an unrestricted licence to practise in the United Kingdom
* BDS degree or equivalent internationally recognised dental qualification
* Hold a current BSO number to conduct NHS treatment / Current professional indemnity insurance
* Demonstrable experience in general dental practice, with competence across a broad range of clinical procedures
* Strong clinical decision‑making skills and the ability to work with autonomy and professional judgement
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a genuine commitment to patient‑centred care
* Organised approach to time management and clinical workload, with the ability to prioritise effectively
* Commitment to maintaining high standards of infection control and health and safety compliance
* Flexibility and adaptability to working in a mixed NHS and private practice environment
Desirable Qualifications
* Experience working in mixed NHS/private practices or a track record of transitioning from NHS‑focused to mixed dentistry
* Familiarity with modern dental technology, digital imaging, and practice management systems
* Interest in developing private dentistry and building a private patient base
* Engagement with continuing professional development and a proactive approach to clinical learning
* Experience mentoring junior colleagues or contributing to team development
* Knowledge of contemporary cosmetic and restorative dentistry techniques
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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