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Graduate Dentist | Palmerston Dental Surgery, NT

Palmerston, Australia

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Posted 27/08/2025 Job Number 52316 Work type Full Time Posting End Date 24/09/2025
  • Sign-on Bonus of up to $15,000!
  • Busy, 4-chair practice centrally located close to lots of shops, restaurants and more in Palmerston, NT
  • Opportunity to perform variety of dental work
  • Friendly and close-knit team with a loyal patient base
  • No weekends or late nights!


Are you a recent Graduate Dentist looking to start your career? Join us at Palmerston Dental Surgery and you'll wonder why you didn't sooner!

It can be daunting trying to make the right decision. At Bupa, we’ve made it easy for you! Our graduate program exists to give you the confidence, competence and support you need to succeed in your first year of practice, not only to strengthen your clinical skills.

Launched in 2023, the program has already supported dozens of early-career dentists to grow into independent clinicians across metro, regional and remote communities. We’ve seen firsthand how structure, mentorship and opportunity can shape the kind of dentist — and career — you want to become.

Click here to learn more: https://careers.bupa.com.au/GraduateDentistProgram

What’s in it for you:

  • CPD events, webinars, 3 in-person workshops with graduates across the country, and a year-long case study project
  • Competitive salary and sign on bonus
  • Weekly one-one mentoring and clinical training across key learning areas
  • Access to Bupa’s digital dentistry systems and clinical network

Over the course of the year, you’ll take part in formal and informal learning designed to stretch your thinking and grow your capability.

Are you our next Bupa Dental Graduate?

This program is ideal for you if you are:

  • A final-year dental student or recent graduate (Class of 2025)
  • Registered or eligible for AHPRA registration
  • Passionate about general dentistry and patient-first care
  • Committed to ongoing learning and professional development
  • A strong communicator and collaborator

Why Bupa Dental?

With over 750 dentists across Australia and more than 1 million patients seen annually, Bupa Dental supports clinicians to thrive in a high-standard, patient-focused environment. 

  • Clinical autonomy and strong peer support 
  • A modern, fully equipped practice with the latest technology 
  • Admin and operations handled, so you can focus on your patients and provide the best care


How to apply:

We support over 750 dentists to provide care to over 1 million patients each year. For you, it means being part of a truly empowering environment, without the distractions of worrying about the more administrative tasks. It means you can focus on delivering truly first-class care.

If you are interested in this opportunity, click now, and 'Apply'.

 For a confidential discussion regarding this role or other opportunities, please contact:

Elizabeth Bush -  elizabeth.bush@bupa.com.au | 0481 064 203

Please note, it is essential to hold a current DCSI working with children clearance before commencing this role.

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