Locum Dentist

National-Dental-Care; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 140,000; Part time

Job summary

National Dental Care is seeking a Locum Dentist to support our West Lakes and Findon practices in South Australia during January and February, offering a 40% commission on services.

The role involves providing general dentistry across two established practices, building patient relationships, and delivering treatment plans with clinical autonomy and team support.

Qualifications

• Holds a recognised dental qualification and current AHPRA registration.
• Has experience providing general dentistry in a private practice setting.
• Is confident delivering comprehensive patient care and developing treatment plans.
• Has strong communication skills and a patient-centred approach.
• Works collaboratively with dental assistants and other clinical team members.
• Is available to undertake locum work during January and February.

Responsibilities

• Provide a broad range of general dentistry services to patients.
• Develop treatment plans based on patients' needs and goals.
• Build strong patient relationships and support continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the dental team to support positive outcomes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Patient-centred care

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Recognised dental qualification

AHPRA registration

Job description

Locum Dentist | West Lakes & Findon, SA | January–February + 40% Commission

Are you a General Dentist looking for a locum opportunity in Adelaide with competitive commission and the flexibility of working across established private practices?

National Dental Care is looking for a Locum Dentist to support our West Lakes and Findon practices in South Australia during January and February.

This is an opportunity to provide general dentistry across two Adelaide practices, with remuneration at 40% commission. You'll have the opportunity to work with established patient bases and collaborate with experienced dental teams while providing quality patient care.

What you'll be doing

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Provide a broad range of general dentistry services to patients.
• Develop treatment plans based on patients' individual needs and oral health goals.
• Build strong patient relationships and support continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with relevant clinical and regulatory requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the dental team to support positive patient outcomes.

About you

We're looking for a General Dentist who:

• Holds a recognised dental qualification and current AHPRA registration.
• Has experience providing general dentistry in a private practice setting.
• Is confident delivering comprehensive patient care and developing treatment plans.
• Has strong communication skills and a patient-centred approach.
• Works collaboratively with dental assistants and other clinical team members.
• Is available to undertake locum work during January and February.

About NDC West Lakes and Findon

Our West Lakes and Findon practices are located in South Australia and form part of the National Dental Care network of private dental practices.

This locum opportunity offers the chance to work across both practices, support their patient communities and contribute to ongoing, quality dental care.

Why Dentists choose NDC

At NDC, you'll have the independence to practise dentistry your way, supported by experienced teams and established business systems that allow you to focus on what matters most: your patients.

Depending on the practice and location, you may benefit from:

• Established patient books and pre-existing patient relationships.
• Clinical autonomy and control over your treatment planning.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Experienced clinical and administrative support teams.
• Centralised operational, marketing, IT and business support.
• Access to a national network of dental professionals.

Benefits available across the NDC network

Depending on eligibility, clinicians across NDC may also have access to:

• NDC Training Academy – access to more than 75 professional development courses.
• Clinical Advisory Committee and peer support – opportunities to connect with fellow clinicians and access clinical guidance.
• Sonder – mental health, medical and safety support for providers and their immediate families.
• Flare – savings on groceries, fuel, technology, fashion, dining and more.
• Fitness Passport – discounted fitness programs for providers and eligible family members.
• Corporate health insurance discounts through Medibank Private and HBF.
• Reward and recognition initiatives across the NDC network.

We appreciate the interest of recruitment agencies; however, we are not accepting agency referrals for this role.