Locum Dentist (General Practice)

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Title: Locum Dentist (General Practice)

Area: Newcastle

Industry: Private Healthcare / Dental Practice / Oral Healthcare

Ref No.: TRG 2511

Salary: Locum (TBC) - Market related remuneration available / negotiable depending on experience and scope of work

Start Date: As soon as possible

Type: Locum Position (Immediate Requirement) with possibility of Permanent Employment

Special Instructions

• HPCSA registration essential.
• Locum applicants welcomed.
• Suitable for candidates seeking either locum sessions or long-term permanent opportunities.
• Immediate availability advantageous.
• Professional, patient-focused approach essential.
• Additional exposure to cosmetic, endodontic, paediatric or advanced restorative procedures advantageous.

An opportunity exists for an experienced LOCUM DENTIST (GENERAL PRACTICE) to join a modern, patient-focused healthcare practice based in Newcastle, Northern KwaZulu-Natal.

• This opportunity is suited to a clinically competent and ethical practitioner who enjoys delivering quality dental care while building long-term relationships with patients and working within a collaborative professional environment.
• The successful candidate will provide comprehensive oral healthcare services while maintaining high clinical, regulatory and patient-care standards.

• Perform comprehensive oral examinations and formulate treatment plans.
• Diagnose and treat dental diseases and conditions.
• Carry out restorative procedures including fillings, crowns and bridges.
• Perform extractions and routine oral surgery procedures.
• Conduct root canal treatment and endodontic procedures where competent.
• Deliver preventative and periodontal treatments.
• Interpret radiographs and diagnostic imaging.
• Educate patients regarding oral hygiene and preventative care.
• Obtain informed consent and clearly explain treatment options and costs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Ensure strict compliance with infection prevention and sterilization protocols.
• Work closely with dental assistants and support staff to ensure efficient patient flow.
• Deliver excellent patient care and maintain a professional bedside manner.
• Manage treatment appointments effectively while maintaining quality standards.
• Participate in case discussions and continuous professional development.
• Remain current with modern dental technologies, procedures and evidence-based practices.
• Maintain ethical and professional standards in accordance with HPCSA requirements.
• Promote a positive and patient-centred practice culture.

• BChD, BDS or equivalent recognised Dental Degree.
• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• Eligible to practice independently within South Africa.
• Experience within private practice advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of restorative and preventative dentistry.
• Ability to perform routine dental procedures including:
  • Examinations
  • Fillings
  • Extractions
  • Crowns and bridge work
  • Root canal therapy
  • Periodontal procedures
• Understanding of dental radiography and diagnostic imaging.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and sterilisation protocols.
• Excellent patient communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with dental assistants and administrative personnel.
• Strong time management and record-keeping skills.
• Commitment to ethical practice and patient safety.
• Interest or experience in cosmetic dentistry, paediatric dentistry, endodontics or advanced restorative procedures advantageous.
• Computer literacy and exposure to digital patient management systems advantageous.
• Continuing professional development and willingness to adopt modern technologies advantageous.
• Traceable & contactable references.
• Local residency or willingness to relocate required.
• Submit CV (Word / PDF) to therecruitmentguy @ outlook.com, Ref # (TRG 2511).

Start Date: As soon as possible

Type: Locum Position (Immediate Requirement) with possibility of Permanent Employment

Special Instructions

• HPCSA registration essential.
• Locum applicants welcomed.
• Suitable for candidates seeking either locum sessions or long-term permanent opportunities.
• Immediate availability advantageous.
• Professional, patient-focused approach essential.
• Additional exposure to cosmetic, endodontic, paediatric or advanced restorative procedures advantageous.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• Only applications from suitably experienced candidates who meet the requirements of this vacancy will be considered.
• Interested candidates must submit their updated CV (Word / PDF) via email to ***email_hidden***, quoting the correct Ref. Number (TRG 2511) in the subject line.

Please attach all relevant supporting documentation, including (where applicable):

• Tertiary and secondary qualifications
• Professional memberships and/or partnerships
• Trade, training, and/or in-house certificates
• Relevant operating, vehicle, hardware, or equipment licences
• Previous employment references with contactable details
• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates who meet the minimum requirements.
• If you do not receive feedback within three (3) weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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