Expression of Interest – Locum Dentist | New Zealand‑wide Opportunities

Lumino The Dentists is New Zealand’s largest dental network and a key part of Abano Healthcare. With over 125 practices nationwide, Lumino supports dentists through modern facilities, strong patient demand, and professionally run clinics that allow you to focus on delivering high‑quality patient care.

We are currently inviting Expressions of Interest from Locum Dentists open to working across New Zealand.

Looking for flexible locum work within well‑run, high‑demand practices?

Locum opportunities are available nationwide, offering short‑ or longer‑term placements within established clinics supported by experienced teams and efficient systems.

Whether you are New Zealand‑based, travelling between regions, returning from overseas, or exploring locum work for the first time, we would love to hear from you.

What locum work offers

- Full flexibility with short‑term and extended placements
- Opportunities across multiple locations throughout New Zealand
- Established practices with consistent patient demand
- Supportive practice teams and efficient systems
- Clinical autonomy within a professional, well‑supported environment
- Exposure to a variety of clinics and patient demographics
- Locum‑to‑permanent opportunities available if desired

You will be responsible for managing patients across general and emergency dentistry, working independently while supported by experienced clinical teams.

Requirements

Qualified Dentist; Registered or eligible for registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand; Hold a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC), or able to obtain one; Strong foundation in general dentistry; Confident, adaptable, and patient‑focused