Locum Dentist

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This locum position at Dentalcare Mount Barker in the Adelaide Hills offers a short-term placement from 18 August to 21 August, Tuesday to Friday, with an established patient base, travel and accommodation provided, and a choice between an $800 daily base retainer or 40% of commission, whichever is greater. You'll join a supportive team delivering general dentistry including exams, restorations, extractions, emergency and preventive care. Key requirements: current AHPRA registration, minimum two years in Australia, ability to work independently, professional indemnity insurance, and strong communication. To apply, email [email protected] and if unavailable on these dates, request the weekly locum update. For best results, tailor your CV to highlight independent practice and comfort with a busy general dentistry workflow.

Company Description

Experience the Adelaide Hills with a rewarding locum opportunity

Looking for your next locum placement? Join Dentalcare Mount Barker, 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 the Adelaide Hills, this placement offers the chance to step into an established practice while continuing to deliver high-quality patient care.

About Mount Barker

Located in the heart of the Adelaide Hills, Mount Barker combines the charm of a regional town with easy access to Adelaide, just a short drive away. Spend your time outside the practice exploring boutique wineries, local cafés, scenic walking trails and the nearby historic village of Hahndorf. Surrounded by rolling countryside and renowned food and wine experiences, Mount Barker offers an ideal blend of lifestyle, relaxation and convenience for your next locum placement.

Job Description

Join Dentalcare Mount Barker for a locum placement from 18 August to 21 August, working Tuesday to Friday while experiencing everything the Adelaide Hills has to offer.

What's on offer

• $800 base retainer per working day or 40% commission, whichever is greater
• Travel and accommodation included
• Established patient base with consistent workflow
• Supportive and experienced clinical and administrative team

About the role

You'll provide high-quality general dentistry to an established 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
• 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.

To learn more or express your interest, please contact:

📧 [email protected]

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