Careers at Dental Care Ireland
Dental Care Ireland is always looking for talented candidates to join our team. If you share our passion for clinical excellence, outstanding patient care, and career progression, we would love to hear from you!
We offer an exciting opportunity to work alongside some of Ireland’s most established practitioners, as part of a dynamic and dedicated team.
To apply, please submit your CV to careers@dentalcareireland.ie.
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PRSI DENTAL ENTITLEMENTS Life at Dental Care Ireland
At Dental Care Ireland, although we are a medium-size enterprise, we always try our best to retain our small company support ethos. One of the main ways we achieve this is never allowing our employees to be seen as “just a number”.
Our people are what make our practices; they are the driving force behind the company’s success and our most valuable assets. Therefore, we will always ensure the environment within our practices is supportive, friendly and most importantly, enjoyable!
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Our Vision
“Trust the people you work for, have pride in what you do and enjoy the people you work with”
We always strive to achieve the above by working closely with our teams to hear their needs and support them, whether that be inside or outside of work.
Dental Care Ireland
Fueling Career Progression
Dental Care Ireland takes their responsibilities as an employer seriously and takes pride in its commitment to fueling the career progression of all team members. We want new starters and those on an established career path to have access to Dental Care Ireland opportunities. Experience is valued at every level.
Case StudyCase Study: Sinead Dowling
Sinead Dowling has been a cornerstone to the success of Dental Care Ireland’s practice in Carlow over the years. Her continued passion and drive for her career development has seen her progress within the company.
From Receptionist to
Regional Operations Manager
Applying for
Dental Nurse position
Sinead Dowling successfully applied for Dental Nurse position at Gillman Dental Clinic.
October 2007
Dublin Dental School
Qualified a DN from Dublin Dental School
November 2009
Dental Care Ireland
Dental Care Ireland acquired Gillman Dental Clinic
March 2016
Promotion
Sinead was promoted to Practice Manager from Dental Nurse/Receptionist
April 2016
Employee of The Year
Awarded “Employee of The Year”
December 2016
Chairman’s Award
Awarded “Chairman’s Award”
September 2018
Regional Operations Manager
Promoted to Regional Operations Manager
April 2022
Sinead Dowling
“Dental Care Ireland has given me career growth opportunities that are seldom found in the dental industry. The support and encouragement I received from my managers over the years inspired me to apply for both the Practice and Regional Manager roles and I couldn’t be happier.“
Present
Vacancies at Dental Care Ireland
All current vacancies are listed below. For more information email careers@dentalcareireland.ie.
We are delighted to announce a Regional Operations Manager role is now available covering the Munster area.
This is a full-time role and you must have at least 3+ years of people management experience and be willing to travel throughout the region (also attend Head Office Dublin once a week). Clinical Operations Manager experience would be an added advantage. Must be eligible to work in Ireland and full driving license.
The successful candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, ensure they can maintain a strong patient focus and the ability to instil quality within their practices.
Practice Management, Human Resources, Change Management, Financial or Business Acumen experience is an added advantage for candidates applying.
Please send your cover letter and CV to lindi.barber@dentalcareireland.ie
Job Description
The Regional Operations Manager will report to the Head of Operations to ensure the smooth running of a number of Dental Care Ireland practices on a daily basis. This role would also involve liaising closely with the accounts and marketing teams along with our external agencies and suppliers. The Regional Operations Manager will oversee practice managers to resolve day to day issues within the practices including management of HR, facilities, and revenue & cost management. The Operations Manager will also work closely with the Head of Operations in the development and implementation of company-wide improvement projects and initiatives.
Tasks & Responsibilities
- Responsibility for a certain number of Dental Care Ireland practices within the group, with travel approx. 2-3 days per week to these practices
- Overseeing Practice Managers in these practices
- Assisting in the development and implementation of DCI standardised policies and procedures
- Assisting in the development and implementation of systems and processes within our practices in relation to: customer service, clinical compliance, HR and practice finance/budgeting
- Change management and integration of new practices into the group
- Training and mentoring practice staff in relation to the above systems and processes
- Supporting clinical staff to ensure a high standard of patient care
- Implementing initiatives which will have a positive impact on either revenues or costs
- Complaint management
- Budgeting and managing practice finances
- Practice software optimisation & support
Competencies
- Assertiveness and ability to direct
- Empathetic with strong patient focus
- Ability to handle complaints
- Leadership and motivational skills
- Self-motivated
- Flexibility
- Honesty and Integrity
- Financial and business acumen
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This role is suitable for part or full time hours and is a great opportunity to join an established, modern practice.
Apply NowExperienced Associate required for our practice in Wexford.
Must have at least 2 years experience and be fully flexible. IDC registration, indemnity insurance and eligibility to work in Ireland are essential.
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Must have at least 2 years experience and be fully flexible. IDC registration, indemnity insurance and eligibility to work in Ireland are essential.
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Apply NowPart time Dental Hygienist required in our south Dublin practices.
IDC registration, indemnity insurance and eligibility to work in Ireland are essential.
Our practices are home to friendly support teams, modern surgeries and are fully computerised. Strong earning potential with an established book. Flexible days/hours.
Apply NowFull time Dental Nurse required in our Swords practice based in north Dublin.
This is a fixed-term maternity cover role (approx 10 months). Full time role – 38 hours per week. Required to work Monday to Thursday and at least 2+ years experience as a nurse is required.
Our practices are home to friendly support teams, modern surgeries and are fully computerised. Strong earning potential with an established book.
Apply NowFull time Permanent Dental Nurse required in our Greystones practice based in Wicklow.
Required to work Monday to Friday, 38 hours a week. At least 2+ years experience as a dental nurse is required.
Our practices are home to friendly support teams, modern surgeries and are fully computerised. Strong earning potential with an established book.
Apply NowHow we give back:
There are many benefits to joining the team at Dental Care Ireland for both dentists and staff, check them out below:
- Laya Employee Assistance Programme
- Laya Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Wrkit Discounts and eLearning
- Annual Performance Related Salary Uplifts
- Annual Training
- Substantial Team Engagement Budgets
- CPR Certification
- Education Sponsorship
- Team Christmas Party
- Employee Refer-a-Friend Scheme
- Bike2Work Scheme
- Tax Saver Travel Scheme
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