The posting
We are looking for a Locum Dentist with Full Registration with the Singapore Dental Council (SDC) to join our dental clinic and provide general dental care to our patients on an ad-hoc or scheduled basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide dental consultations, examinations and diagnosis.
- Perform general dental procedures such as:Scaling and polishingDental fillingsSimple extractionsEmergency dental treatmentPreventive dental careOther general dentistry procedures within the dentist’s scope of practice
- Develop appropriate treatment plans and explain treatment options clearly to patients.
- Maintain accurate and complete clinical records.
- Ensure proper informed consent is obtained prior to treatment.
- Provide appropriate post-treatment instructions and follow-up care.
- Work closely with dental assistants, front desk staff and other members of the clinical team.
- Maintain high standards of infection control, patient safety and clinical hygiene.
- Ensure all treatments and clinical practices comply with Singapore Dental Council requirements and clinic protocols.
- Refer patients appropriately for specialist treatment where required.
- Assist with management of dental emergencies when necessary.
Requirements
- Full Registration with the Singapore Dental Council (SDC) is required.
- Valid SDC practising certificate.
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) or equivalent recognised dental qualification.
- Professional indemnity coverage as required.
- Good clinical and patient management skills.
- Able to communicate treatment options clearly and professionally.
- Responsible, punctual and able to work independently.
- Comfortable working with a dental team in a busy clinical environment.
Working Arrangement
- Locum / Part-Time / Ad-hoc sessions.
- Weekday and/or weekend sessions may be available.
- Working hours and frequency can be discussed based on clinic requirements and dentist availability.
- Remuneration structure will be discussed during the interview.
Preferred
- Experience in general dentistry is preferred.
- Comfortable managing a broad range of general dental cases.
- Dentists who are able to commit to regular locum sessions will be advantageous.



