Dental Hygienist / Therapist

Are you an experienced and patient-focused Dental Hygienist looking to join a busy, well-established practice with a strong NHS patient base and excellent clinical support?

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our team at Oakmead Dental Care in Chislehurst. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident clinician who enjoys working with NHS patients, building long-term relationships, and delivering high-quality preventive and restorative care within a supportive practice environment.

This role would particularly suit a hygienist who is comfortable managing a busy NHS diary and enjoys helping patients of all ages improve and maintain their oral health.

Why Join Oakmead Dental Care?

Oakmead Dental Care is a long-established and highly regarded practice with a loyal patient base and a strong reputation within the local community. The practice benefits from an experienced multidisciplinary team, established patient demand, and excellent clinical support.

We are looking for a hygienist to take over an established patient book, with immediate demand available from day one. You will be inheriting existing patients while also benefiting from continued growth opportunities within the practice.

As a Self Employed Dental Hygienist you will be:

• Delivering high-quality Dental Therapy and Hygiene treatments to NHS patients
• Managing an established patient book and supporting continued patient care within the practice
• Providing preventive, restorative and periodontal care within your scope of practice
• Working closely with dentists to support NHS treatment delivery and patient outcomes
• Building trust and long-term relationships with patients, including children and families
• Delivering clear oral health education and promoting preventative care
• Supporting a positive patient experience through excellent communication and patient management skills

Available days and hours:

• Every Monday and Tuesday 9am – 6pm with 1 hour break
• Every other Thursday and Friday 9am – 6pm with 1 hour break
• Alternative Saturdays 9am – 1pm

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking a friendly, motivated and clinically confident Dental Hygienist who is comfortable working with a high volume of NHS patients and enjoys building strong patient relationships.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who can build rapport with patients, provide reassurance when needed, and deliver outstanding patient care with professionalism and empathy.

If you're an experienced Dental Hygienist looking to join a busy, supportive practice where you can focus on delivering excellent care to an established NHS patient base, we'd love to hear from you.