Nathan Fisher
Dental Therapist
Southampton
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a strong clinical background and a growing leadership portfolio across NHS and private dental services. Known for delivering operational improvements, mentoring clinical teams, and implementing strategic changes that enhance care quality and patient access. Proven ability to support governance initiatives, promote inclusive values, and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. Seeking to contribute at board level as a Non-Executive Director at Cumbria Health, offering front-line insight, system improvement experience, and a deep commitment to community health.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dental Therapist
Home Hounties Clinics
01.2020 - Current
- Developed and scaled a direct access model that increased patient access and significantly boosted practice revenue.
- Mentored new therapists in independent patient management and clinical delivery.
- Led the introduction of full periodontal protocols and in-house referral pathways, driving over 60% YoY growth in the hygiene department.
- Worked closely with operational leadership to align service delivery with compliance, performance, and growth goals.
Dental Hygienist
Colloseum Dental
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Designed and embedded a non-surgical periodontal pathway to improve population-level oral health outcomes.
- Improved inter-team referrals and documentation systems, aligning with CQC and NHS quality standards.
- Contributed to patient safety and audit reviews within the practice.
Dental Hygienist
Mydentist
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Delivered full-scope care in a high-throughput, mixed NHS/private setting.
- Enhanced cross-functional team collaboration and developed patient recall systems to reduce missed appointments.
Locum Dental Nurse
Lifeline Dental Agency
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Worked across multiple NHS practices, supporting governance and infection control standards.
- Provided training to new staff and adapted to a variety of clinical settings.
Dental Nurse
John G Plummers and Associates
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Acted as de facto team lead in the absence of senior staff.
- Managed infection control, stock, audits, and mentored new dental nurses and junior clinicians.
- Ensured compliance with HTM 01-05 and patient safeguarding protocols.
Education
Masters in Advanced Restorative Dental Therapy - Dentistry
University of Portsmouth
01.2023 - 01.2024
BSc Hons - Dental Hygiene and Therapy
University of Portsmouth
01.2016 - 01.2019
NVQ level 3 - Dental Nursing
John G Plummers and Associates
01.2010 - 01.2012
Clinical occlusal and TMD - undefined
Dominic Hassal training institute
Skills
- Strategic Oversight & Leadership
- Clinical Governance & Risk Management
- Workforce Planning & Performance Monitoring
- Patient Safety, Outcomes & Experience
- Operational Efficiency & Service Design
- Quality Improvement in Healthcare
- Inclusive, Values-Driven Decision Making
Affiliations
- British society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy
- British Dental Association
- British Society of Dental Therapy
G D C Number
235195
Professional Interests
- Full mouth rehabilitation and treatment of tooth wear cases
- Smile makeovers
- Complex multidisciplinary treatment planning
Accomplishments
Finalist across three years in the private dentistry, clinical dentistry and dentistry awards.
Timeline
Masters in Advanced Restorative Dental Therapy - Dentistry
University of Portsmouth
01.2023 - 01.2024
Dental Therapist
Home Hounties Clinics
01.2020 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Colloseum Dental
01.2018 - 01.2020
Dental Hygienist
Mydentist
01.2018 - 01.2020
Locum Dental Nurse
Lifeline Dental Agency
01.2017 - 01.2019
BSc Hons - Dental Hygiene and Therapy
University of Portsmouth
01.2016 - 01.2019
Dental Nurse
John G Plummers and Associates
01.2010 - 01.2016
NVQ level 3 - Dental Nursing
John G Plummers and Associates
01.2010 - 01.2012
Clinical occlusal and TMD - undefined
Dominic Hassal training institute
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