Title: Locum Dentist (General Practice)
Area: Newcastle
Industry: Private Healthcare / Dental Practice / Oral Healthcare
Ref No.: TRG ****
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 sterilisation protocols.
Work closely with dental assistants and support staff to ensure productive 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 up-to-date technologies advantageous.
Traceable & contactable references.
Local residency or willingness to relocate required.
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