Locum Associate Dentist - Southwood Dental

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

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.