Associate Dentist

Salary: Competitive UDA rate + private earning potential from £60,000

Working days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday | 9:00am–5:00pm

The OPRA Group is recruiting an Associate Dentist on behalf of a well-established mixed NHS and private dental practice in Downham Market, Norfolk.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated dentist looking to join a supportive clinical team, benefit from an established patient base and develop their skills in private dentistry.

Whether you are looking to progress your clinical career, expand your private treatment offering or find a practice that supports your professional development, we would love to hear from you.

What’s on offer?

• Competitive UDA rate
• Associate Dentist Potential private earnings from £60,000
• Associate Dentist 50% private remuneration rate
• Four-day working pattern: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
• Working hours of 9:00am–5:00pm
• Training opportunities in composite bonding, Invisalign, teeth whitening and other treatments
• Support with further training, with potential financial assistance
• Established patient base
• Opportunities to develop special interests and grow private treatment provision
• Access to clinical advice, mentoring and specialist support

About the practice

The practice is a modern, fully equipped nine-surgery mixed NHS and private dental practice situated in the centre of Downham Market, Norfolk.

The location offers convenient access from Cambridge, Norwich and King's Lynn, with free parking nearby and Downham Market railway station less than a mile away.

The practice provides a professional and collaborative working environment, with a strong emphasis on high-quality patient care, clinical development and teamwork.

Clinical facilities and equipment

The successful Associate Dentist will benefit from access to a comprehensive range of modern equipment and technology, including:

• Fully computerised surgeries
• Digital X-rays
• Dentally practice management software
• Patient portal, online booking and payment facilities
• Rotary endodontic equipment and apex locators
• iTero intraoral scanner and CBCT scanner, Implant motor
• Although the role includes an NHS commitment, the practice is keen to support anAir-conditioned surgeries and air purifiers, A wide selection of high-quality clinical materials

Clinical support and professional development

The practice encourages collaboration and provides a supportive environment where clinicians can discuss cases, seek second opinions and develop their treatment planning skills.

You'll have access to:

• An experienced clinical team
• Lead clinician support for case discussions and patient care
• Regional management and clinical leadership support
• Specialist input for more complex cases
• Training opportunities to broaden your clinical skills and services
• Internal marketing support to promote special interests and attract patients for specific treatments

Associate Dentist who is interested in developing their private dentistry skills in an ethical, structured and patient-focused environment.

Treatments available include composite bonding, Invisalign and implants, offering opportunities to expand your clinical experience and private treatment portfolio.

The ideal candidate

• GDC-registered Dentist
• Eligible to practise dentistry in the UK
• Committed to delivering high-quality patient care
• A team player who values collaboration and clinical support
• Interested in developing their skills and private dentistry offering
• Able to fulfil the practice's NHS commitments

Interested in this opportunity?

The OPRA Group specialises in dental recruitment, connecting dental professionals with opportunities that match their career goals and preferences.

If you're considering your next career move and would like to find out more about this Associate Dentist opportunity in Downham Market, get in touch with The OPRA Group for a confidential, informal discussion.

We'd be happy to discuss the role, your requirements and what you're looking for in your next practice.