Main Purpose: The COHO will be responsible with handling all oral health matters for all our clients according to the stipulated procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Examine patients’ teeth and mouth.
Assess dental condition and needs of patients using patient screening and monitoring procedures.
Analyze x-rays and evaluate dental needs as necessary including medical history review and dental charting.
Take, develop and mount radiographs as well as trace radiographs required for corrective treatment
Undertake general treatment and care for teeth and tissue problems using specified equipment and tools and established dental hygienist procedures.
Clean teeth using brushes, and polishers to remove plaque and stains ensuring that sterile conditions are maintained
Fill in cavities, rebuild broken teeth, replace missing teeth, and remove unnecessary or severely damaged teeth.
Treat and help to prevent gum disease.
Provide instruction on dental care and write prescriptions for patients
Make impressions of patients’ teeth for study casts
Document patient dental history and/or chief complaints and/or observations
Supervise staff and clinic processes
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualification: Diploma in Community Health
Experience: Minimum of one (1) year experience in a busy hospital.
Registered as a Community Oral Health Officer with the regulatory body.
Valid Practicing License.
Must have a work permit and license to practice in Kenya if a foreigner from KMPD Board
Analytical and inquisitive, with excellent attention to detail
Able and willing to work outside normal hours when necessary
