Associate Dentist

We are recruiting an Associate Dentist to join our practice in Grangetown, Sunderland.

This is a full-time role, working 5 days per week under a 3-year contract. The candidate should have moderate clinical experience and be able to provide general dental treatment in a mixed NHS and private practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide general NHS and private dental treatments.
• Assess, diagnose and treat patients.
• Maintain accurate clinical records.
• Explain treatment plans and options to patients.
• Work with the wider dental team.
• Follow professional standards and patient safety procedures.
• Attend relevant training courses.

Requirements

• GDC registration preferred.
• Moderate clinical experience.
• Experience in general dentistry.
• Ability to treat NHS and private patients.
• Good communication and patient management skills.
• Professional approach to patient care.
• Commitment to ongoing clinical development.

Contract Details

• Contract: 3 years
• Hours: Full-time
• Working days: 5 days per week
• Practice type: Mixed NHS and private
• UDA rate: £10–£12 per UDA

Training and Development

Training courses will be provided in:

• Communication skills
• Composite bonding and restorative dentistry
• Clear aligner treatment

The role includes structured onboarding and ongoing support.

Overseas Dentist Support

Visa and sponsorship support is available for eligible overseas candidates.

Visage Dental Recruitment will provide guidance on the visa and sponsorship process and obtaining an NHS number.