Associate Dentist Locum

Associate Dentist (Maternity Leave Coverage) – Prairie Mall Dental Clinic (Grande Prairie, AB)

Strong Compensation • Flexible Schedule • Supportive Team Environment

Start Date: End of October / Early November 2026
Role Type: Maternity Leave Coverage (Locum)
Term: Approximately 4 Months (Flexible)
Open to New Grads: Yes
Daily Guarantee: $1,200/Day
 

About the Opportunity

Prairie Mall Dental Clinic is seeking an Associate Dentist to join our team for a maternity leave coverage opportunity beginning in late October or early November 2026.

This position offers the rare combination of a built-in patient base, strong compensation, schedule flexibility, and access to mentorship and clinical support within a larger network of Grande Prairie clinics.

The successful candidate will inherit an established schedule that includes recall patients, new patient exams, and ongoing treatment from a busy associate's patient base. Whether you're an experienced clinician seeking a locum opportunity or a motivated new graduate looking for support and hands-on experience, this role offers an excellent opportunity to grow.

Schedule Flexibility

Preferred Coverage

• Monday to Thursday
• 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Flexible Scheduling Options

• 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Monday through Wednesday are the highest-priority days
• Open to candidates seeking shorter-term or extended coverage
• Schedule can be customized based on availability

Coverage Term: Approximately 4 months, with flexibility both shorter and longer for the right candidate.

Why Join Prairie Mall Dental Clinic?

Built-In Patient Base

The incoming associate will step into:

• Existing recall patients
• New patient exams
• Established treatment plans
• Active patient flow from the departing associate

This provides immediate clinical opportunities from day one.

Supportive Clinical Environment

• Dedicated RDA support
• Friendly, collaborative culture
• Access to mentorship and guidance when needed

Multi-Clinic Network Support

As part of a larger network of Grande Prairie clinics, associates benefit from:

• Additional clinical resources
• Flexible scheduling opportunities
• Access to experienced colleagues
• Internal referral support for complex procedures

Clinic Overview

Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta

• Strong family-based patient population
• Established community presence
• Busy associate schedule with patients typically booked 1–4 weeks in advance

Clinical Scope

The practice provides comprehensive general dentistry including:

• Bread-and-butter dentistry
• Basic endodontics
• Basic oral surgery
• Crown and bridge
• Family dentistry

Sedation Services

The clinic offers:

• Nitrous Sedation
• Oral Sedation
• IV Sedation

Technology & Systems

Prairie Mall Dental Clinic utilizes modern dental technology including:

• Dentrix PMS
• iTero / Intraoral Scanner
• Panoramic Imaging
• Digital X-Rays
• Videa Health AI
• Paperless workflows

What Makes Prairie Mall Dental Clinic Unique?

• Warm, welcoming culture
• Strong collaboration among team members
• Excellent support for new associates
• Staff who genuinely enjoy working together
• Access to resources across multiple clinics
• Established patient base with strong continuity of care

Associates are supported from day one and encouraged to practice confidently while knowing help is available when needed.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a dentist who:

• Enjoys comprehensive general dentistry
• Is comfortable with bread-and-butter procedures
• Has strong communication and patient relationship skills
• Is collaborative and team-oriented
• Values mentorship and continuous learning

Both experienced dentists and confident new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Relocation & Lifestyle

Grande Prairie offers a strong patient base, a growing community, and a lower cost of living than many major urban centres. The city is serviced by an airport and is approximately four hours from Edmonton, making travel accessible for locum and commuting associates.

Apply Today

Prairie Mall Dental Clinic offers an outstanding maternity leave opportunity with strong compensation, a guaranteed daily minimum, built-in patient flow, and a supportive team environment.

If you're looking for a flexible locum opportunity where you can make an immediate impact while continuing to develop your skills, we encourage you to apply.