Locum Dentist | Hallet Cove Dental

Abano Healthcare; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 590,000 - 738,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights included

Accommodation provided

Car hire when required

Established patient base

Job summary

Hallett Cove Dental is seeking a locum dentist to cover 2–6 November, working Monday to Wednesday and Friday. The practice offers an existing patient base and a supportive team to ensure high-quality patient care.

Key benefits include return flights and private accommodation, with car hire provided as needed, in a well-established coastal Adelaide suburb. Ideal for flexible clinicians seeking extra scheduling opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration is required.
• Minimum two years' experience practising in Australia.
• Confidence working independently across general dentistry.
• Professional indemnity insurance is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality general dentistry to an existing patient base.
• Work alongside a supportive clinical and administrative team.
• Deliver examinations, treatment planning, and restorative dentistry as needed.
• Manage extractions, emergency dental care, and preventive dentistry.
• Adapt to a well-established practice with a consistent workflow.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Independent practice

Communication skills

Education

AHPRA Dentistry Registration (Australia)

Job description

Company Description

Experience Adelaide's Coastline with a Rewarding Locum Opportunity

Looking for your next locum placement? Join Hallett Cove Dental , a well-established dental practice with an existing patient base and a supportive team.

Whether you're looking for greater flexibility or the opportunity to supplement your current schedule, this five-day locum placement offers the chance to step into an established practice while continuing to deliver high-quality patient care.

About Hallett Cove

Located around 25 kilometres south of Adelaide CBD, Hallett Cove is a picturesque coastal suburb known for its stunning clifftop views, walking trails and relaxed beachside lifestyle. The area is home to the Hallett Cove Conservation Park, where visitors can explore unique geological formations, scenic boardwalks and panoramic ocean views.

With local cafés, shopping facilities and beautiful coastal reserves nearby, Hallett Cove offers the perfect balance of convenience and natural beauty while remaining within easy reach of Adelaide's restaurants, wineries and attractions.

Job Description

Join Hallett Cove Dental for a locum placement from 2 to 6 November , working Monday to Wednesday and Friday.

What's on offer

• $800 base retainer per working day or 40% commission, whichever is greater in the invoicing period
• Return flights and private accommodation included, with car hire provided where required
• Existing patient base with consistent workflow
• Supportive clinical and administrative team

What you'll be doing

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

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

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

Additional Information

Please note that this opportunity is suited to local candidates, as travel and accommodation support is not provided.