Locum Dental Assistant

Locum Dental Assistant (Orthodontic Experience) – Ad Hoc Basis

Location: Fourways
Position: Locum Dental Assistant (Ad Hoc / As Needed)
Remuneration: Competitive daily rate, based on experience and qualifications

Apply here: https://forms.gle/m8GuHuJPvj1NsFVJ6

About the Role

We are looking to expand our pool of Locum Dental Assistants with orthodontic experience to provide support at our Fourways practice on an ad hoc, as-needed basis. This role is ideal for a qualified Dental Assistant seeking flexible locum opportunities while working in a professional, patient-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and escort patients for appointments.
• Take and update medical and dental histories.
• Provide chairside assistance using four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Assist with orthodontic procedures, including bracket placement, archwire changes, ligatures, and cephalometric tracings.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments while maintaining strict infection prevention and control standards.
• Assist with treatment planning, patient records, appointment confirmations, and medical aid authorizations.
• Monitor stock levels of dental materials, instruments, and consumables.
• Liaise with dental laboratories and assist with theatre scheduling where required.
• Ensure compliance with practice protocols, HPCSA requirements, and infection control standards.

Requirements

• Certificate in Dental Assisting (or equivalent).
• Active HPCSA registration (essential).
• Previous experience in a general dental practice.
• Orthodontic assisting experience (essential).
• Sound knowledge of infection prevention and sterilization procedures.
• Experience with four-handed chairside assisting.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel).
• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to different clinical environments.

What We Offer

• Flexible locum opportunities on an ad hoc, as-needed basis.
• A professional and supportive clinical environment.
• Opportunity to work with an experienced dental and orthodontic team.
• Ongoing exposure to a variety of clinical cases and continuous professional development.

How to Apply

Please apply using the following link:

https://forms.gle/m8GuHuJPvj1NsFVJ6

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

• HPCSA Number

Location:

• Fourways, Gauteng (Required)

Work Location: In person