Job Purpose:
The overall purpose of this role is to carry out dental examinations and related procedures to the hospital’s patients in line with established protocols the hospital’s patient care objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
Carry out patients’ dental examinations using dental instruments and other diagnostic equipment to evaluate the condition of patients and advise on appropriate treatment plan.
Carry out dental procedures including surgical, restoration, restorative as relates to the diagnosis in order to restore patients’ dental health.
Conduct regular reviews for continuing patients in order to monitor their progress.
Provide advice to patients on preventive dental care, causes and treatment of dental problems and oral health care.
Provide advice on the appropriate design and specifications of equipment for procurement by the Hospital in order to ensure the equipment is fit for purpose.
Ensure proper use of dental materials and equipment and monitor the functionality of the equipment to ensure seamless provision of dental services.
Document and record all processes for ease of reference and decision making purposes.
Book patients and attend to emergency patients in the clinic.
Any other responsibilities that may be assigned to the job holder by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Surgery from a recognized institution;
Job Experience
Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience.
Membership
Must be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council and hold a valid practicing license.
Key Competencies – Skills/ Knowledge/ Aptitude
Ability to review and manage dental patients
Knowledge and ability to classify dental diseases
Ability to conduct dental procedures
Ability to operate dental instruments and diagnostic equipment
Time management skills
Interpersonal skills
Analytical skills
Application Deadline: 20th January 2025. Shortlisting is to be done on a rolling basisHow to Apply: To send application letter and CV ONLY to recruitment@aarhospital.com
Apply via :
recruitment@aarhospital.com
