• Contract
• Region: Australia - Clinical
• Site Location: Queensland Support Office - Clinical

Looking for flexibility, strong earning potential, and the opportunity to explore different parts of Australia while doing what you love?

At Abano Healthcare, we're currently connecting with AHPRA-registered dentists interested in locum opportunities across our network of well-established practices, including Maven Dental and 1300SMILES Dentists.

Whether you're seeking a short-term placement, a longer regional adventure, or the flexibility to work around your lifestyle, we regularly have opportunities available across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, and the ACT.

With over 250 practices across Australia and New Zealand, Abano Healthcare is one of the largest dental support organisations in the region. Our locum dentists are supported by an experienced clinical and operational network, helping ensure a smooth and well-supported experience from start to finish.

Working locum within our network offers:

• Flexibility to choose when and where you work
• Opportunities across metro, regional and coastal locations
• Competitive daily earnings with strong clinical demand
• Travel support for many regional placements, including return domestic flights, private accommodation and car hire
• Exposure to a wide variety of clinics, patient demographics and communities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Locum and Temp team

• Conduct examinations, diagnosis, and treatment planning across general dentistry
• Deliver a range of treatments including restorations, extractions, and urgent care, with scope aligned to your clinical experience
• Manage patient flow and prioritise emergency cases as required
• Communicate treatment plans clearly and educate patients on oral health and preventive care
• Work collaboratively with dental assistants, oral health therapists, and support staff
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with Australian standards and regulations
• Adapt to different practice environments and systems to ensure continuity of care

Locum opportunities typically range from 1 week through to 6+ month placements, depending on practice requirements and your availability.

• $800 base retainer per working day or 40% commission, whichever is greater
• Flexible locum opportunities Australia-wide
• Full clinical autonomy within established practices
• Travel and accommodation support for many regional placements
• Dedicated support throughout the locum process
• Minimum 2 years' experience practising in Australia
• Confident working independently across general and emergency dentistry

Abano Healthcare offers locum opportunities across Australia for AHPRA-registered dentists seeking flexible placements nationwide. Roles range from short-term stints to longer regional assignments, with support across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, WA, SA, Tasmania and ACT.

Locum opportunities provide autonomy within established practices, competitive daily earnings, and travel/accommodation support for many regional placements.

Abano Healthcare's Maven Dental Sippy Downs on the Sunshine Coast is seeking an experienced dentist to join a busy 4-chair practice with a loyal patient base and strong earning potential. You will work with Lead Dentist Dr Katie Edwards and a skilled team to deliver high-quality care at a modern, well-equipped facility.

The role offers Monday to Friday hours, onsite parking, and the chance to expand your scope with cosmetic dentistry and Invisalign.

Maven Dental Narooma is seeking an experienced Associate Dentist to join our well established practice on a full time basis from January 2027, initially at least 4 days per week. You will provide a broad mix of general, cosmetic and advanced dental treatments while building lasting relationships with patients and upholding our standard of care.

The role offers strong earning potential within a supportive team culture, with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available for eligible

Located in the heart of the picturesque NSW South Coast, Maven Dental Moruya is a well-established practice with a proud history of serving the local community. Known for delivering high-quality patient care in a warm and welcoming environment, the practice has built a strong reputation among local residents as a trusted provider of comprehensive dental care.

Why Join Maven Dental Moruya?

• Strong earning potential- walk into a full appointment book with strongpatient demand, and room for growth and expanding treatment options
• Supportive team culture with a genuine focus on exceptional patient care
• Opportunity to join a well-established,respectedpractice and become a valued part of the local community
• Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates
• Enjoy the incredible Moruya lifestyle, with pristine beaches, scenic rivers, vibrant local markets, national parks, fishing, kayaking, and a welcoming regional community all at your doorstep

Practice Snapshot

Maven Dental Moruya provides a broad range of general and cosmetic dental services to a loyal patient base, including local families, retirees, and long term residents. With strong demand for both routine and high end treatments, clinicians are well positioned to establish and maintain a busy schedule. The practice features two well-equipped surgeries, OPG imaging, intraoral X ray units, intra oral cameras, supported by Oasis practice management software to ensure efficient workflows.

Job Description

The Maven Moruya team would love to welcome a Graduate or Associate Dentistto join the practice on afull-timebasis inFeb 2027.

You'll have the opportunity to perform a broad range of treatments, supporting local families with their general and preventative dental needs while also caring for a sizeable retiree population, creating ongoing demand for restorative treatments such as crowns, bridges, dentures, and comprehensive oral health management. As part of this diverse and rewarding role, you'll provide high-quality, patient centred care, build lasting relationships with patients and continue the exceptional standard of care that Maven Dental Moruya is known for.

Qualifications

• AHPRA Registration & Indemnity Insurance:Hold unrestricted AHPRA registration and professional indemnity insurance or be eligible to obtain.
• Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills:Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with patients and support staff.
• PatientCare:Patient-first, ethical approach to dentistry

Additional Information

Backed by Abano Healthcare

Maven Dental Moruya is proudly supported by Abano Healthcare, Australasia's largest Dental Support Organisation. Abano provides comprehensive non clinical support across HR, marketing, finance, IT and facilities services, for 200+ locations. Allowing you to focus on what matters most: your patients, your clinical autonomy, and your professional growth.

Benefits of joining the Abano Healthcare Network

• Dedicated marketing support to ensure consistent patient flow
• Access to clinical advisory support when needed
• Ongoing training and development, including:Free CPD courses through Abano UniversityAccess to our Clinician Development ProgramAccess to discounted CPDcourses through our trusted education partnersMentorship opportunities
• Clinical freedom in treatment planning and appointment lengths
• Steady stream of surgical referrals within the network
• Experienced on site practice managers and support staff
• Centralised recruitment and operational support so you can focus on patient care
• Opportunities to work across multiple practices within a well established group

Maven Dental Moruya on the NSW South Coast is seeking a Graduate or Associate Dentist to join full time in February 2027. You will provide a broad range of general and cosmetic dental services, support local families and a sizeable retiree population, and enjoy a friendly, well established practice with strong patient demand.

Backed by Abano Healthcare, the network offers on site practice management, marketing support and professional development, helping you build lasting patient relationships

Located on the picturesque NSW South Coast, Maven Dental Narooma has been proudly supporting the local community since 1975. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving practice where exceptional patient care and long term patient relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

Why Join Maven Dental Narooma?

• Strong earning potential- walk into a full appointment book with high patient demand, and room for growth and expanding treatment options
• Supportive and social team culture, regularly praised by returning locum clinicians
• Well-established practice with an outstanding local reputation
• Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates
• Incredible Narooma lifestyle, including stunning beaches,bushwalking trails, boating, camping, and whale watching opportunities

Practice Snapshot

Maven Dental Narooma provides a broad range of dental services to a diverse and loyal patient base, from preventative and family dentistry through to cosmetic and emergency treatments.With strong patient demand and an established appointment book, clinicians are well positioned to build and maintain a busy schedule.

Practice Facilities & Technology:

• OPG imaging
• Intraoral imaging in every surgeryDigital workflows, advanced online booking system and integrated website

Team & Culture:

• Experienced clinician team including2Dentists and 1 Hygienist currently practising
• Highly experienced Practice Manager and Clinical Coordinator
• The team is very social and known for its strong culture, collaborative approach, and genuine support for one another, creating an enjoyable and welcoming place to work.

Job Description

We are eager to welcome an experienced Associate Dentist to join the team on a full-time basis in January 2027, working a minimum of 4 days per week. With a broad scope of clinical work available, you'll have the opportunity to perform a wide range of general, cosmetic, and advanced dental treatments.You'll provide comprehensive dental care while building lasting patient relationships and continuing the high standard of care the practice is known for.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in general dentistry
• AHPRA Registration & Indemnity Insurance:Hold unrestricted AHPRA registration and professional indemnity insurance or be eligible to obtain.
• Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills:Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with patients and support staff.
• PatientCare: A patient first, ethical approach to dentistry

Additional Information

Backed by Abano Healthcare

Maven Dental Narooma is proudly supported by Abano Healthcare, Australasia's largest Dental Support Organisation. Abano provides comprehensive non clinical support across HR, marketing, finance, IT and facilities services, for 200+ locations. Allowing you to focus on what matters most: your patients, your clinical autonomy, and your professional growth.

Benefits of joining the Abano Healthcare Network

• Dedicated marketing support to ensure consistent patient flow
• Access to clinical advisory support when needed
• Ongoing training and development, including: Free CPD courses through Abano University Access to our Clinician Development Program Access to discounted CPDcourses through our trusted education partners Mentorship opportunities
• Clinical freedom in treatment planning and appointment lengths
• Steady stream of surgical referrals within the network
• Experienced on-site practice managers and support staff
• Centralised recruitment and operational support so you can focus on patient care
• Opportunities to work across multiple practices within a well-established group

• Region: South Australia & Western Australia

Step into your next career move with Maven Dental Port Lincoln, a modern, patient focused 4 chair practice equipped with the latest dental technology. With tools including intra oral cameras, OPG, Roland Milling Machine, CBCT, and an in house lab, our clinic is designed to support high quality, comprehensive dentistry across a broad scope of treatments.

You'll be joining a friendly, experienced, and highly supportive team who work collaboratively to deliver seamless patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Located on South Australia's stunning Eyre Peninsula, Port Lincoln is renowned for its pristine coastline, welcoming community, and world class seafood. With crystal clear waters, beautiful beaches, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle, this is an exceptional opportunity to combine a rewarding dental career with an incredible place to live and work.

To support your move and set you up for success, we're pleased to offer:

• Relocation assistance up to $15,000
• Competitive salary packages tailored to experience and availability

We're seeking a passionate and motivated Full Time Dentist to join our thriving practice. Whether you're an experienced clinician or an ADC graduate, this role offers the opportunity to build a long term, rewarding career with strong clinical support and an established, high flow patient base.

Dentists seeking part time arrangements are also encouraged to apply, as we're happy to be flexible for the right candidate.

What You'll Enjoy

• A fully equipped clinical room available 5 days per week
• ADC graduates welcome - sponsorship available
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Hands on exposure across a wide scope of clinical treatments
• Modern technology and excellent clinical infrastructure

• Excellent communication skills with patients and your support team
• A genuine passion for learning and expanding your clinical scope
• Unrestricted AHPRA registration and professional indemnity insurance (or ability to obtain)
• The right to work in Australia

Want to learn more about what we offer and why we are the right choice for you? Please visit our website .

As Australasia's largest dental support organisation (DSO), Abano Healthcare is the team behind the practice. With brands across Australia and New Zealand, including Maven Dental, 1300SMILES, and Lumino the Dentists. Abano supports over 750 dental practitioners across 270+ locations, allowing clinicians to focus on what they do best: patient care.

Maven Dental Port Lincoln is seeking a passionate and motivated dentist to join our thriving practice on the Eyre Peninsula, offering a long-term career with strong clinical support and a high-flow patient base.

ADC graduates are welcome and sponsorship is available; relocation assistance up to $15,000 and a competitive salary package tailored to experience enhances the opportunity. Work with modern technology in a patient-focused setting.

Join the welcoming team at The Dental Group Hampton as a Casual Dental Assistant! We are excited to invite you to become a key member of our vibrant and friendly practice.

In our state-of-the-art facility, The Dental Group Hampton offers an extensive array of dental services, from regular check-ups and cleanings to specialised procedures such as crowns and implants. With our unwavering dedication to patient-centric care, we consistently place our patients' needs at the forefront, striving to ensure a positive and pleasant dental experience at each visit to our reputable practice.

We are currently on the lookout for a dynamic and passionate Dental Assistant who shares our enthusiasm for creating beautiful smiles!

• Provide clinical chairside assistance.
• Ensure excellent patient care and management, including discussing treatment plans.
• Maintain sterilisation processes.
• Manage stock and supplies.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic clinical environment.

• Experience in dental procedures and terminology.
• Knowledge of dental software systems.
• Demonstrates empathy and a caring nature.
• Possesses a friendly, positive, and flexible attitude.
• Understands hygiene and infection control procedures.
• Has a keen attention to detail.

But it's not just about us! Here's what we can offer you:

• Employee Assistance Program: We genuinely care about your well-being.
• Career Opportunities: Grow within our network of over 260 practices across Australia and New Zealand.
• Comprehensive support and resources for your success.
• Work with a highly experienced and supportive team.
• Join an established practice where our team loves what they do.

If you're looking for a rewarding role with a great team and a practice that genuinely values its people, we'd love to hear from you.

The Dental Group Hampton is proudly part of the Abano Healthcare Group.