About this role
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
Open to someone looking for a part-time schedule 1-2 days/week + Saturdays, or Saturdays only
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.