Locum Associate Dentist - Southwood Dental

Job summary

Provide comprehensive general and emergency dental care in a high-volume clinical environment. Manage a steady flow of patients while utilizing digital diagnostics and paperless workflows.

Job details

LOCUM ASSOCIATE DENTIST – SOUTHWOOD DENTAL (EDMONTON, AB) High‑volume clinic • Strong production • Maternity leave coverage Start Date: November, 2026 Role Type: Maternity Leave Replacement (4 months) ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Southwood Dental is seeking an experienced Associate Dentist to cover a maternity leave for an associate. This is an excellent opportunity to step into an established, high‑demand patient base with immediate production potential. The clinic operates in a fast‑paced, emergency‑driven environment with strong patient flow and consistent scheduling. The is an ideal role for a confident clinician seeking strong earning potential. SCHEDULE The clinic operates on a rotational schedule: * 6‑day / 4‑day rotation * Clinic hours: 9:00am – 9:00pm * Split shifts typically: * 9:00am – 3:00pm * 3:00pm – 9:00pm * 1:00pm - 9:00pm Open to someone looking for a part-time schedule 1-2 days/week + Saturdays, or Saturdays only CLINIC OVERVIEW * DDS Chairs: Typically 3 allocated TEAM & STRUCTURE * 3 DDS onsite * 2 RDHs (lighter hygiene model) * RDA support always available * Long‑tenured team with strong workflow efficiency PRACTICE ENVIRONMENT * High‑volume, emergency‑focused model * Consistently busy with strong patient demand * Efficient, production‑driven workflows * Support available from partner for more complex procedures as needed This environment is best suited for dentists who are confident, efficient, and comfortable managing a high volume of patients. CLINICAL SCOPE * Bread‑and‑butter dentistry * Basic endodontics * Basic oral surgery * Crown and bridge * Fillings, extractions, and emergency care Additional Notes: * Wisdom teeth extractions supported by partner if needed TECHNOLOGY & SYSTEMS * Dentrix PMS * Panoramic imaging * Digital X‑ray * Videa Health (AI diagnostics) * Paperless workflows WHAT MAKES SOUTHWOOD DENTAL UNIQUE * Strong production opportunity with high‑earning potential * Steady flow of emergency and general dentistry cases * Established patient base with consistent demand * Long‑tenured, experienced support team * Efficient workflows designed for a high‑volume environment * Flexible approach depending on the associate’s skill set IDEAL CANDIDATE * Minimum 1–2+ years of experience preferred * Confident working independently * Comfortable in a fast‑paced, high‑volume setting * Efficient with time management and patient flow * Strong clinical judgment, especially in emergency care * Adaptable and resilient with a positive, professional attitude APPLY TODAY Southwood Dental offers a strong production opportunity for an experienced associate looking to step into a busy practice with immediate earning potential. If you are confident, efficient, and thrive in a high‑volume clinical environment, we encourage you to apply. ABOUT YOU: * Graduate from an accredited DDS/DMD Program or successful completion of the National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB) Equivalency Process * Registered and in good standing with provincial licensing requirements * Valid CPR certification All applicants must be domiciled in Canada. We thank all applicants, but only suitable applicants will be contacted. Applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process and thereafter can contact our Talent Team at 416-558-8338. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.

What you’ll do

Provide comprehensive general and emergency dental care in a high-volume clinical environment. Manage a steady flow of patients while utilizing digital diagnostics and paperless workflows.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited DDS/DMD program or NDEB equivalent and registered with provincial licensing. Preferred experience of 1-2+ years with a focus on efficiency and confidence in emergency care.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• General Dentistry
• Emergency Care
• Basic Endodontics
• Basic Oral Surgery
• Crown and Bridge
• Fillings
• Extractions
• Patient Flow Management
• Dentrix PMS
• Digital X-ray
• Videa Health
• Time Management

Job areas

• Healthcare