Lead Dentist | NDC Lismore

Lead Dentist – NDC Lismore (Far North Coast, NSW)
4 Days Per Week | High Utilisation | Leadership Role

With our current Lead Dentist retiring, we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Dentist to continue to grow our long-standing and successful practice at NDC Lismore. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a well-established, high-performing clinic with 95%+ utilisation, a loyal patient base, and strong clinical support – all within a collaborative, family-friendly team.

About NDC Lismore
National Dental Care Lismore is a trusted practice with over 50 years of service to the Lismore community. Operating near full capacity year-round, our 7-chair clinic is equipped with advanced dental technology, including an iTero scanner, OPG, and CEREC, ensuring exceptional patient care in a modern environment.

The Opportunity
As Lead Dentist, you’ll draw on your clinical excellence and leadership experience to:

• Deliver high-quality care across a broad scope of dentistry
• Mentor and support a team of clinicians and dental assistants
• Collaborate with practice managers to uphold operational and clinical excellence
• Maintain a strong commitment to patient-centered care

This is a rare opportunity to join a practice with strong patient flow, clinical autonomy, and the chance to make a lasting impact.

What We Offer

• High patient demand with 95%+ utilisation
• Fully-equipped practice (CEREC, OPG, iTero, surgical and endo setup)
• Supportive, team-oriented environment with long-term staff
• Opportunities for career progression and mentorship
• Access to the exclusive NDC Academy for ongoing clinical development
• A fun, social team that values connection and collaboration

About You

You have:

• 5+ years’ clinical experience as a Dentist in Australia
• Proven ability to lead, support and mentor a team
• Strong skills in general dentistry, with interests in endodontics, implants, cosmetics, CEREC or Invisalign (preferred)
• Unrestricted AHPRA registration and relevant qualifications
• Current professional indemnity insurance

You are:

• A confident communicator and team leader
• Patient-focused and clinically meticulous
• Proactive, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning
• Willing to immerse yourself in the community

About National Dental Care
With a network of over 100 practices nationwide, National Dental Care is one of Australia’s leading dental service providers. We’re clinician-led, technology-driven, and deeply committed to ongoing education and collaboration through our Clinical Advisory Committee and NDC Academy.

Ready to take the lead?
We’d love to hear from you. Click ‘Apply’ now or contact Kedra Macpherson at kedra.macpherson@nationaldentalcare.com.au for a confidential discussion.

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