Job Description

Title: Locum Dentist (General Practice)

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Area: Newcastle

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Industry: Private Healthcare / Dental Practice / Oral Healthcare

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Ref No.: TRG 2511

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

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Start Date: As soon as possible

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

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Special Instructions:

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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.

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

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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.

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

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- BChD, BDS or equivalent recognised Dental Degree.
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- Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
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- Eligible to practice independently within South Africa.
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- Experience within private practice advantageous.
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- Sound knowledge of restorative and preventative dentistry.
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- 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.
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- Knowledge of infection prevention and sterilisation protocols.
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- Excellent patient communication and interpersonal skills.
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- Ability to work effectively with dental assistants and administrative personnel.
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- Strong time management and record-keeping skills.
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- Commitment to ethical practice and patient safety.
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- Interest or experience in cosmetic dentistry, paediatric dentistry, endodontics or advanced restorative procedures advantageous.
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- Computer literacy and exposure to digital patient management systems advantageous.
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- Continuing professional development and willingness to adopt modern technologies advantageous.
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- Traceable & contactable references.
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- Local residency or willingness to relocate required.
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📌 Locum Dentist (General Practice) (New South Wales)
🏢 The Recruitment Guy
📍 New South Wales