General Dentist

Platteland Dental Aesthetics; Secunda; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Platteland Dental Aesthetics in Secunda is seeking a General Dentist to deliver comprehensive dental care to a diverse patient base. You will conduct examinations, diagnose conditions, plan treatments, and perform restorative procedures in a collaborative, patient-centred environment.

Hybrid role with on-site clinics and occasional remote planning tasks, supporting implant and aesthetic cases and maintaining high standards of infection control and documentation.

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant dental degree and active registration.
• Proficient in general dentistry, diagnostics, restorations and preventive care.
• Experience or interest in implants, crowns and esthetics is advantageous.
• Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform examinations, diagnoses and treatment planning.
• Carry out fillings, crowns, simple extractions, preventive care.
• Collaborate on implant and aesthetic cases.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and infection control.
• Educate patients on oral health and treatment options.

Skills

General dentistry procedures

Diagnostics & treatment planning

Preventive care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Infection control

Education

Dental degree

Registration with dental council

Tools

Dental practice software

Job description

Company Description Platteland Dental Aesthetics is a modern dental practice that combines the calm of countryside living with advanced clinical care. Located in Ermelo, the practice focuses on dental implants, full mouth rehabilitations, crowns, and aesthetic treatments designed to enhance patients’ smiles. The team is committed to delivering a comfortable, high-quality experience through both technical excellence and a welcoming environment. Applicants can expect to join a practice that values innovation, patient-centered care, and continuous professional growth.

Role Description The General Dentist will provide comprehensive dental care, including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative procedures, and preventive care for a diverse patient base. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing fillings, crowns, simple extractions, preventive treatments, and collaborating on implant and aesthetic cases as needed. The role also includes maintaining accurate clinical records, ensuring adherence to infection control and safety protocols, and educating patients on oral health and treatment options. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Secunda, with primary clinical work on-site and some administrative or planning tasks that may be completed from home.

Qualifications

• Relevant dental degree and valid registration/license with the appropriate dental council or regulatory body.
• Proficiency in general dentistry procedures, including diagnostics, restorative treatments, and preventive care.
• Experience or strong interest in dental implants, crowns, and aesthetic dentistry is advantageous.
• Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to evidence-based practice.
• Effective communication skills for explaining treatment options and building trust with patients.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and contribute to a positive practice culture.
• Comfort with basic digital tools and dental practice management software.
• Willingness to work full-time in a hybrid arrangement, with flexibility between on-site clinical work in Secunda and limited remote tasks.