Associate Dentist (Locum) – Valley Centre Dental Clinic (Whitecourt, AB)
Exceptional Mentorship • Family-Focused Practice • Flexible Locum Opportunity

Location: 4802 51 St, Whitecourt, AB T7S 1R9

Term: Approximately 3 Months (October 2026 – January 2027)
Open to New Grads: Yes

About the Opportunity
Valley Centre Dental Clinic is seeking an Associate Dentist to join our collaborative and patient-focused team for a locum opportunity beginning in October 2026.

This role provides coverage for a valued associate who will be away on leave and offers an excellent opportunity for both experienced dentists and new graduates seeking hands‑on mentorship, clinical growth, and exposure to a thriving family‑oriented practice.

Located just over an hour west of Edmonton, our clinic serves a growing community with one of Alberta's youngest demographics, providing a diverse range of restorative, family, and pediatric dentistry opportunities.

For the right candidate, there may be potential for the opportunity to extend beyond the initial locum term.

Schedule
Preferred Schedule

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Flexible Options

Open to full‑time or part‑time candidates

Will accommodate associates seeking 2–3 days per week

Versatile scheduling available for the right candidate

Why Join Valley Centre Dental Clinic?
Outstanding Mentorship
Dr. Robert Balic is highly invested in mentoring and developing associates, making this an ideal environment for:

Recent graduates

Early‑career dentists

Associates looking to expand their clinical confidence and skills

Supportive Team Environment

3 Registered Dental Hygienists

Dedicated RDA support

Long‑tenured team members

Positive and collaborative culture

Strong clinical support from experienced providers





Accommodation Support Available
To support relocation or commuting associates, the clinic can provide a fully furnished bedroom during the locum term.

Valley Centre Dental Clinic proudly serves:

Growing family population

High pediatric volume

Loyal long‑term patients

One of Alberta's youngest communities

This provides an excellent mix of restorative, preventive, and family‑focused dentistry.

Clinical Scope
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to perform:

Bread‑and‑butter dentistry

Restorative dentistry

Basic endodontics

Basic oral surgery

Crown and bridge

Extractions

Family dentistry

Pediatric dentistry

Sedation Services

Nitrous Sedation

Oral Sedation

Technology & Systems
Our technology supports efficient, modern patient care:

Tracker PMS

CBCT

Intraoral Scanner (iOS)

Panoramic Imaging

Soft Tissue Laser

Digital X-rays

Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:

Patient‑focused and community‑minded

Open to mentorship and continuous learning

Confident with restorative dentistry, endodontics, and extractions

A strong communicator with excellent chairside manner

Team‑oriented and cooperative

Interested in long‑term clinical growth

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 (phone hidden). Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.

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📌 Locum Associate Dentist - Valley Centre Dental Clinic (Alberta)
🏢 Valleycentredental
📍 Alberta