Locum Dentist | Lumino Manawatu

Situated in the heart of Palmerston North, we are a 5 chair practice currently consisting of 2 dentists and 1 hygienist. Our chair utilisation sits at about 96% and there high demand meaning excellent earning potential for somebody looking to take on some extra income!

We are a very friendly practice with a family feel among the team and a very pleasant patient base. Our support team have been with us for many years and are highly skilled in their respective positions, and we'd love to have you join the team, even for a short period! 

• Locum Opportunity: Monday to Thursday. 
• Full Books: Step into a busy schedule with loyal, long-term patients ready for you.
• Thriving Patient Base: well-established practice with a large, consistent patient base supported by a strong referral network of dentists!
• Clinical Autonomy: Freedom to practice your specialist expertise with full professional independence.
• Thinking of Relocating? Let us roll out the red carpet! We offer relocation assistance and are an Accredited Employer with Immigration NZ – we’ve got your visa covered.
• Permanent Opportunities Nearby: Fall in love with the Lumino way of working? We have permanent positions available in neighbouring Lumino practices – offering an easy transition if you decide to make it home.

Qualifications

• Who We're Looking For

  ✅ Qualified Dentist with ideally 2+ years of clinical experience.
  ✅ Registered or eligible for registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand (DCNZ).
  ✅ Hold a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC), or able to obtain one.
  ✅ A strong foundation in general dentistry, with exposure to a wide range of procedures.
  ✅ A collaborative team player who values working with a supportive team.
  ✅ A commitment to delivering high-quality, ethical, and empathetic patient care.

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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For more information or to express your interest, please contact:
Callan Roebuck
callan.roebuck@abanohealthcare.co.nz