How to Sign Up Your Independent Dental Practice on Airlocum
⚡ At a glance ✔ Free to register — no subscription, no setup fee ✔ Takes under 2 minutes ✔ Payment method: card via Stripe (only charged after shift completion and timesheet approval) or Activate Invoicing ✔ Send your first booking request the moment registration is complete |
Registering your dental practice on Airlocum takes under 2 minutes. Once complete, you can search for and book dental locums — dentists, nurses, hygienists, and orthodontic therapists — immediately. There are no subscription fees and no charges until a shift is completed and approved.
Registration: Step by Step
# | Step | What to do |
1 | Start registration | Go to airlocum.co.uk and click 'Quick Registration'. Select 'Practice' when asked what type of account you are creating. |
2 | Enter your details | Fill in the registration form: • Your full name • Mobile number — used for booking notifications and SMS alerts • Email address — used for your login and account communications |
3 | Add your practice | Enter your practice name and practice address. You can add additional practice locations at any time after registration from your account settings. |
4 | Set up your payment method | Option 1 — Card (recommended): click 'Add a card' and enter your debit or credit card details. Payments are processed securely by Stripe and charged automatically after timesheet approval. Option 2 — Invoicing: click 'Activate Invoicing' for invoice-based payment with 14-day terms. Available instantly, no approval required. Both options only charge you after the shift is completed and you approve the locum's timesheet — you are never charged upfront. |
5 | You're ready to book | You'll see a 'Book your first locum' success screen. Your account is live immediately. You can now search for locums, send booking requests, and manage your shifts — all in one place. |
✅ Registration is free and instant There are no subscription fees, no setup costs, and no commitment. You can send booking requests to dental locums the moment registration is complete. Your first locum booking takes around 15 minutes from request to confirmation. |
💳 Card or invoice — both are available Card payment is recommended for most independent practices: it is fully automated, with no invoices to track or bank transfers to arrange. Invoicing is also available if your practice has specific accounting requirements — activate it instantly from Payment Methods at any time. Either way, you are only ever charged after the shift is completed and you approve the timesheet. |
What Happens Next?
Once registered, here's what you can do immediately:
• Search for locums — filter by role, date, location, skills, and price to find the right match for your shift.
• Send a booking request — use Quick Book for urgent cover, or Search Locums to browse and select.
• Track responses in real time — the Booking Request Tracker shows live updates as locums view and accept your request.
• Build your Favourites list — save your preferred locums for faster, more consistent cover.
• Rate locums after each shift — your feedback helps maintain the quality of the Airlocum network.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register my dental practice on Airlocum?
Go to airlocum.co.uk and click 'Quick Registration'. Select 'Practice', enter your name, mobile number, and email address, then add your practice name and address. In the Payment Method step, add your debit or credit card. Registration takes under 2 minutes and you can send booking requests immediately.
Is Airlocum free to register?
Yes. Registration is completely free. There are no subscription fees, no setup costs, and no monthly charges. Airlocum charges a small service fee per shift, included in the hourly rate you see on locum profiles for transparently. You are never charged until a shift is completed and you approve the timesheet.
Can I send a booking request immediately after registering?
Yes. Your account is live the moment registration is complete. You can search for locums, send booking requests, and use Quick Book for urgent cover straight away.
When will my card be charged?
Your card is only charged after the locum's shift is completed and you have approved their timesheet. If you take no action within 24 hours of receiving the timesheet, payment processes automatically. You are never charged before a shift takes place.
What payment methods are available for independent practices?
Both card and invoicing are available. Card payment (via Stripe) is recommended for most independent practices — it is fully automated and you are only charged after you approve the locum's timesheet. Invoicing is also available instantly from Payment Methods in your account settings if you prefer formal invoices with 14-day payment terms.
What types of dental locums can I book on Airlocum?
Airlocum has over 1,100 registered dental professionals across the UK, including dental nurses, dentists (GDPs and specialists), dental hygienists, and orthodontic therapists. All professionals are verified and credentialled before appearing in search results.
Do I need to verify my practice to use Airlocum?
No, account is live immediately.
Can I register multiple practice locations?
Yes, register one now, add more from your dashboard. Just click 'Add an account'.
Need help registering? Contact the Airlocum support team via live chat — ask to speak to a person for direct assistance. Email: [email protected] | Phone: 07716 580305 |
Register for free at airlocum.co.uk. Support is available via live chat — ask to speak to a person at any time.
