Dentist Position to cover Maternity Leave (Mar-Sep '27) in Growing Practice - Clayton South

We’re looking for a friendly and motivated dentist to join our close-knit team at Clayton South Dental.

We’re a modern, community-focused clinic with a supportive workplace and a loyal patient base. Our practice is fully equipped with digital X-rays, intraoral scanner, rotary endo, and cloud-based PMS making it easy to provide high-quality, patient-centred care.

About the role:

- Mat Leave position with potential to stay on for the right candidate – Mondays and Tuesdays (March-Sep 2027)
- Established patient books with the prospect to build and grow your own patient base
- Mix of general, restorative, and preventative dentistry, including bread and butter restorative work, crown and bridge, extractions, endo and cosmetic treatments
- Opportunity for an experienced clinician to expand into advanced procedures such as implants, aligners, orthodontics, and minor oral surgery
- Collaborative team and positive work culture - always there to support each other

About you:

- Minimum 3 years’ clinical experience in general practice (preferred)
- Confident working independently and managing a broad range of cases
- Experience in implants, aligners, orthodontics, or oral surgery is highly regarded (but not essential)
- AHPRA-registered with skilled indemnity insurance




- Excellent communication skills and a genuine desire to help patients and provide the best possible care
- Brings a positive attitude and enjoys being part of a small, friendly team

You’ll have the opportunity to broaden your scope and take on more advanced procedures if desired - we welcome clinicians with experience or a special interest in areas such as:

- Implants and surgical dentistry
- Clear aligner therapy / orthodontics
- Oral surgery or extractions
- Cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry

These skills are valued but not essential - what matters most is your genuine desire to help patients and provide the best possible standard of care every time.

Why Join Us?

- Supportive team environment with a focus on collaboration, not competition
- Modern equipment and systems, including digital radiography and intraoral scanning
- Loyal patient base who value honesty and quality care
- Opportunity for clinical growth and CPD
- Relaxed, friendly, fun and respectful workplace culture

This opportunity would suit a caring clinician who values excellence, integrity, and genuine patient care. If you’re looking for a supportive practice where you can grow, feel part of a friendly team, and build lasting relationships with patients and colleagues, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now: Please email your CV and cover letter to [email protected]

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $250,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 General Dentist - Maternity Leave (Clayton South)
🏢 Clayton South Dental
📍 Clayton South