Long Term Locum

Southampton Source: WhatJobs
£140,000–£180,000

Long-Term Locum Dentist - Urgent Care Focus

Damira Dental Studios, Woolston (Southampton)

We are looking for experienced, confident dentists to join our busy NHS urgent care centre in Woolston, Southampton. This is not a routine general practice role- this position is suited to clinicians who thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoy the challenge of emergency dentistry.

Address: 58 Portsmouth Rd, Woolston, Southampton SO19 9AF

What You Need to Know

This is a dedicated emergency and stabilisation service . Our focus is on relieving pain, managing urgent conditions and stabilising patients - not delivering comprehensive courses of treatment.

  • You will typically see 35-45 patients per day
  • Patient flow includes NHS 111 referrals, walk-ins and stabilisation cases
  • No two days are the same adaptability is key

We are looking for clinicians who can work efficiently without compromising patient care, and who are comfortable making quick, sound clinical decisions.

Performance & UDA Expectations

  • Daily UDA targets apply (details provided on enquiry)
  • Overachievement is paid at £/UDA
  • No financial penalties for underperformance

This structure is designed to reward productivity while maintaining a supportive working environment.

What We're Looking For

  • GDC registered dentist
  • Valid NHS performer number (unconditional)
  • Experience in general dentistry (urgent care experience desirable)
  • Up-to-date indemnity and immunisation records

You'll also need to be:

  • A strong communicator -clear coordination with nurses and front desk is essential
  • Able to work at pace while maintaining quality care
  • Comfortable in a high-throughput clinical setting
  • Job Title: Long-Term Locum Dentist
  • Location: 58 Portsmouth Rd, Woolston, Southampton SO19 9AF
  • Start Date: Immediate
  • Friday - 8:00-17:00
  • Saturday - 8:00-14:00
  • Sunday - 8:00-14:00
  • Day rate: £600 during the week, £450 Saturday and Sunday
  • Travel expenses: Negotiable

About the Practice

  • Purely NHS urgent care centre
  • Supportive, close-knit team
  • Excellent transport links (train station nearby, major bus routes, ~1.5 miles from Southampton city centre)

This role suits dentists who enjoy hands-on, high-impact clinical work and want to make a real difference in urgent patient care.

All applications and enquires will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

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