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AHPRA Verification for Locum Dentists — A Practical Guide
What Australian clinics need to verify, what locum dentists need to provide, and how to keep AHPRA evidence ready for last-minute shifts.
AHPRA verification is the foundation of safe locum staffing. This guide is a practical version of what clinics need and what locums should keep ready.
For clinics
- Confirm registration via the public AHPRA register
- Check name, registration number and registration status match the practitioner in front of you
- Note any conditions or undertakings on registration
- Keep a record of the verification date for audit
For locum dentists
- Keep your AHPRA number to hand
- Have proof of indemnity insurance
- Have a current CPD record available on request
- Know your conditions of registration if any
How Dental Shift handles it
Every dentist in the Dental Shift pool has their AHPRA registration verified before they can accept shifts, and the status is re-checked regularly. Clinics see the verified badge on every candidate.
Frequently asked questions
- Do clinics legally have to verify AHPRA registration?
- Clinics are responsible for ensuring practitioners are registered. AHPRA registration must be current and unrestricted before a dentist treats patients.
- How do I verify AHPRA registration?
- Use the public AHPRA register (ahpra.gov.au). Match the practitioner name, registration number and current status.
- Does Dental Shift verify AHPRA for me?
- Yes. Every dentist accepted into the pool has their AHPRA registration verified before they can accept shifts. The current status is also re-checked regularly.