Community Oral Health Officer- Kapenguria

Position Overview

The position holder is responsible for providing comprehensive, patient-centered oral healthcare services. This role requires delivering safe, effective, timely, efficient, and equitable care to all patients visiting the medical center.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma in Community Oral Health
• Registered by the Oral Health Association of Kenya (OHAK)
• Valid annual practice license
• BLS Certification
• Proficiency in computer application packages
• Wide knowledge of the health industry
• Technical skills and leadership competencies
• Proven communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work under minimum supervision

Experience Required

• 3 years' experience in a similar role in a busy hospital setting

Key Responsibilities

• Assess dental conditions and needs of patients using defined dental patient screening and monitoring procedures
• Analyze x-rays and evaluate dental needs, including medical history review and dental chart procedures
• Conduct, develop, and mount radiographs as well as trace radiographs required for corrective treatment
• Undertake treatment and care for teeth and tissue problems using specified equipment, tools, and established oral health procedures
• Provide patient education on dental care and oral health maintenance
• Manage and maintain dental department inventory, including consumables, equipment, and instruments
• Maintain stock control procedures for dental services to ensure accountability
• Document patient dental history, chief complaints, and observations, including laboratory procedures and follow-up results
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards
• Contribute clinical dental expertise to patient care in the facilities
• Perform administrative duties and risk management
• Stay up-to-date with new developments in the dental profession