Locum Dentist

1300SMILES Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 148,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights covered

Accommodation provided

Car hire provided

Collaborative team

Job summary

East Perth Dental Centre in Perth is seeking a locum dentist for a placement from ASAP to 11 September, working Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and alternate Saturdays. You’ll join an established practice with an experienced support team and an existing patient base.

Offer includes a base daily retainer of $800 or 40% commission, with return flights, private accommodation, and car hire where needed. Work alongside multiple dentists in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration
• Minimum two years’ experience practising in Australia
• Confidence working independently across general dentistry
• Experience using CEREC technology
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality general dentistry to an existing patient base
• Examinations and treatment planning
• Restorative dentistry
• Extractions and emergency dental care
• Preventive dentistry
• Other general dental procedures aligned with your clinical experience

Skills

AHPRA registration

Two years Australian experience

Independent practice

CEREC experience

Professional indemnity insurance

Strong communication skills

Tools

CEREC

Job description

Company Description

Experience Perth with a rewarding locum opportunity

Looking for your next locum placement? Join East Perth Dental Centre, a well-established dental practice with an existing patient base and an experienced support team.

Whether you're looking for a change of scenery, the flexibility of locum work, or the opportunity to experience Perth, this placement offers the chance to step into an established practice while continuing to deliver high-quality patient care.

About Perth

Perth is Australia's sunniest capital city, offering the perfect blend of urban convenience and outdoor lifestyle. Spend your time outside of work exploring Kings Park and Botanic Garden, relaxing at Cottesloe Beach, strolling along the Swan River or discovering the city's thriving café, dining and small bar scene.

On your days off, take a ferry to Rottnest Island to spot the famous quokkas, visit the Swan Valley wine region, or explore nearby coastal destinations. With its warm climate, beautiful beaches and relaxed pace of life, Perth is an ideal destination for a rewarding locum placement.

Job Description

Join East Perth Dental Centre for a locum placement from ASAP to 11 September, working Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and alternate Saturdays while experiencing everything Perth has to offer.

What’s on offer

• $800 base retainer per working day or 40% commission, whichever is greater
• Return flights and private accommodation included, with car hire provided where required
• Work alongside multiple dentists in a collaborative practice environment
• Existing patient base with consistent workflow
• Supportive and experienced clinical and administrative team

What you’ll be doing

You’ll provide high-quality general dentistry to an existing patient base while working alongside an experienced team in a supportive practice environment.

Treatment may include:

• Examinations and treatment planning
• Restorative dentistry
• Extractions
• Emergency dental care
• Preventive dentistry
• Other general dental procedures aligned with your clinical experience

You’ll be supported by an experienced team, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality patient care throughout your placement.

Qualifications

We’re looking for dentists who have:

• Current AHPRA registration
• Minimum two years’ experience practising in Australia
• Confidence working independently across general dentistry
• Experience using CEREC technology
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Additional Information

Whether you’re available for this placement or simply interested in hearing about future locum opportunities across Australia, we’d love to hear from you.

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