Frequently Asked Questions
For Staff
What roles can I register for?
We recruit across a range of dental roles, including:
• General dentists
• Dental nurses and assistants
• Dental receptionists
• Dental hygienists
• Oral health therapists
Opportunities include temporary, locum and permanent work depending on your role and availability.
What types of work are available?
We offer different options depending on your profession and what you’re looking for.
This includes flexible temporary shifts, short-term locum dentist opportunities and permanent positions across Perth and WA.
Do I need experience to register?
Requirements vary depending on the role.
Our team will review your experience, qualifications and availability when you register and talk you through suitable opportunities.
How quickly will I hear back after registering?
Once you register, our team will review your details and contact you to discuss your experience, availability and the type of opportunities you’re looking for.
For Dental Practices
What recruitment services do you offer
We support dental practices with:
• Temporary staffing
• Locum dentist recruitment
• Permanent recruitment
Whether you need urgent cover, planned locum support or someone to join your team permanently, we’ll work with you to understand what you need.
What types of dental professionals do you provide?
We recruit:
• General dentists
• Dental nurses and assistants
• Dental receptionists
• Dental hygienists
• Oral health therapists
Availability will depend on the role, location and timing of your request.
How much notice do I need to give for staff cover?
As much notice as possible is always helpful, but we understand dental staffing needs often arise unexpectedly.
Our team also handles urgent and same-day staffing requests where suitable professionals are available.
Are your staff qualified and insured?
Yes - all staff are pre-vetted, qualified, and insured for the roles they undertake.
Can I use First Point for both temp and permanent recruitment?
Yes. We support practices with temporary staffing, locum dentist recruitment and permanent placements, depending on your needs.