Locum Dentist

Abano Healthcare

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Newcastle West, NSW, au on site Until 9/25/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 27, 2026 Last posted July 27, 2026
Job description

Experience Newcastle with a rewarding locum opportunity

Looking for your next locum placement? Join Maven Dental Newcastle, 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 Newcastle and the NSW coast, this placement offers the chance to step into an established practice while continuing to deliver high-quality patient care.

About Newcastle

Located on the NSW coast, Newcastle offers the perfect blend of coastal living and city convenience. Known for its stunning beaches, vibrant café culture and relaxed lifestyle, it's an ideal destination for a longer-term locum placement. Spend your time exploring the iconic Bathers Way Coastal Walk, surfing at Merewether Beach, enjoying waterfront dining at Honeysuckle or discovering the city's thriving arts and live music scene.

With the renowned Hunter Valley wine region just over an hour away and Sydney within easy reach, Newcastle provides plenty to enjoy outside of work while offering all the conveniences of a modern regional city.

Join Maven Dental Newcastle for a locum placement from 7 September to 17 December, working Monday to Thursday with a minimum four-week commitment, while experiencing everything Newcastle has to offer.

What's on offer

• $800 base retainer per working day or 40% commission, whichever is greater
• Return flights and private accommodation included, with car hire provided where required
• Existing patient base with consistent workflow
• Supportive and experienced clinical and administrative team

What you'll be doing

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

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

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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About this role

Summary

Provide general dentistry to existing patients in a supportive Newcastle practice.

Job title

Locum Dentist

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Must be in Newcastle West, NSW, au, or remote work allowed

Salary

$1k+

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

AHPRA registrationclinical independenceprofessional indemnity insurance

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

general dentistry
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Newcastle West NSW 2302, Australia

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