Locum Dentist - Driftwood Dental
About The Position
Step into a busy, full-scope practice this summer at a well-established clinic known for comprehensive care, sedation dentistry, and a strong, collaborative team culture. Driftwood Dental has proudly served the Courtenay and Comox Valley community for over 25 years, delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care in a welcoming, family-focused environment. Our approach is simple: treat every patient like family while providing modern, personalized dental solutions tailored to their needs. We are a full-service practice offering restorative, cosmetic, surgical, pediatric, and emergency dentistry, as well as advanced procedures such as dental implants and wisdom tooth extractions. Our "all under one roof" model is supported by a collaborative team of general dentists, specialists, hygienists, and certified dental assistants. This integrated structure supports seamless care planning and a highly supportive clinical environment. We are also a leader in sedation dentistry, offering nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia. This is a full-time locum position covering summer demand within a high-volume, well-established practice. You will step into an existing patient base with strong hygiene recall and consistent flow, ensuring a productive schedule from day one. This is an ideal summer placement for a clinician looking to gain experience in a busy, multidisciplinary clinic with strong support. You will have access to a wide range of procedures, including restorative and emergency dentistry, with the added opportunity to gain exposure to sedation-supported cases in a structured and well-supported setting. The clinic is fully equipped with modern technology and operates within a highly collaborative model, allowing you to focus on clinical care while working closely with experienced clinicians and specialists.
Requirements
- 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
- Domiciled in Canada
Nice To Haves
- Experience with sedation dentistry is an asset but not required.
- Comfortable with general dentistry and emergency care
- Efficient, patient-focused, and clinically confident in a busy schedule
Responsibilities
- Provide general dentistry services.
- Handle emergency dental care.
- Work within a team-based, collaborative setting.
- Manage a busy schedule efficiently.
- Focus on clinical care.
- Work closely with experienced clinicians and specialists.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
