SUMMARY:
An opportunity exists for an experienced LOCUM DENTIST (GENERAL PRACTICE) to join a modern, patient-focused healthcare practice based in Newcastle, Northern KwaZulu-Natal.
POSITION INFO:
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.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- 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.
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- 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 , Ref # (TRG 2511).
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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 , 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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