Expression of Interest – Locum Dentist | New Zealand‑wide Opportunities
Lumino The Dentists · 1001-5000 employees
What the role involves
- Managing patients
- Providing dental care
- Working independently
What they ask for
Qualified dentist registered or eligible for registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand, holding a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC) or able to obtain one, with a strong foundation in general dentistry.
- Professional licence or registration
About the job
Company Description:Lumino The Dentists is New Zealand’s largest dental network and a key part of Abano Healthcare. With over 125 practices nationwide, Lumino supports dentists through modern facilities, strong patient demand, and professionally run clinics that allow you to focus on delivering high‑quality patient care.
We are currently inviting Expressions of Interest from Locum Dentists open to working across New Zealand.
Job Description:Looking for flexible locum work within well‑run, high‑demand practices?
Locum opportunities are available nationwide, offering short‑ or longer‑term placements within established clinics supported by experienced teams and efficient systems.
Whether you are New Zealand‑based, travelling between regions, returning from overseas, or exploring locum work for the first time, we would love to hear from you.
What locum work offers:
- Full flexibility with short‑term and extended placements
- Opportunities across multiple locations throughout New Zealand
- Established practices with consistent patient demand
- Supportive practice teams and efficient systems
- Clinical autonomy within a professional, well‑supported environment
- Exposure to a variety of clinics and patient demographics
- Locum‑to‑permanent opportunities available if desired
You will be responsible for managing patients across general and emergency dentistry, working independently while supported by experienced clinical teams.
Qualifications:Who we’re looking for:
- Qualified Dentist
- Registered or eligible for registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand
- Hold a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC), or able to obtain one
- Strong foundation in general dentistry
- Confident, adaptable, and patient‑focused
Additional Information:As Australasia’s largest dental support organisation (DSO), Abano Healthcare is the team behind your practice success. With trusted brands like Maven Dental, Lumino the Dentists, and 1300Smiles, we support over 750 dental professionals across 270+ locations, providing facilities, administrative services, and professional growth opportunities.
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