Locum to Permanent | Mentorship & Growth | Kitchener-Waterloo Region

About the Opportunity

De Man & Hoediono Dentistry is seeking a professional, relationship-driven Associate Dentist to join one of the Kitchener-Waterloo region's most respected practices. This is a rare opportunity to learn alongside two highly respected clinicians who are passionate about mentorship, continuing education, and helping the next generation of dentists grow.

This role begins as maternity leave coverage and transitions into a long-term, full-time position — an ideal pathway for a motivated clinician looking to establish themselves in the community and build a rewarding career within a four-generation family practice.

• Strong mentorship from experienced, highly respected clinicians
• Consistent flow of new patients directed to associates
• Technology includes CEREC, endodontic microscope, soft tissue laser, panoramic and cephalometric imaging, and a fully paperless workflow

Schedule

Maternity Leave Coverage — Beginning January 22, 2027

• Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Full-Time Schedule — Beginning June 2027

• Tuesday: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Who This Role Is Ideal For

• Professional, mature clinician with a genuine passion for patient relationships
• Coachable and eager to learn from experienced, highly regarded mentors
• Strong communicator who builds trust easily with patients and team members
• Looking to establish themselves long-term in the Kitchener-Waterloo community
• New graduates are welcome to apply
  
  Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• Associate Development Program: A structured yet flexible learning initiative with curated offerings from top clinicians and mentors where you will receive individualized learning & development plans, Priority access to free in-person learning & webinars, discounted rates on courses and access to Study Clubs and online professional communities.
• Ortho Acceleration Program & Align Partnership: A strategic partnership with Align Technology that provides exclusive benefits, dedicated learning opportunities and enhanced treatment planning support. 
• Implant Program: Our Associates benefit from customized training and dedicated learning opportunities for implant placement and restoration, supported by our strategic partnership with Nobel Biocare.
• Network of Experienced Dental Professionals: You will have opportunities for formal and structured mentorship with esteemed team members and colleagues and access to industry-leading experts in various dental disciplines.
• Path to Partnership: dentalcorp provides a clear path to practice leadership for Associates who wish to move beyond their clinical role and become the business leader of a practice.

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.