Dental Surgeon at Ital Global
Confidential
Nairobi, Kenya
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 4 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Dental Surgeon
About the Role
Our client in the Healthcare sector seeks a motivated Dental Surgeon to provide quality and comprehensive oral healthcare and dental services. The job holder will use up-to-date equipment and techniques while performing a wide range of procedures, from simple cleanings to complex reconstructive surgeries.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Carry out emergency and non-emergency dental procedures
- Examine, diagnose, and treat general oral diseases
- Perform dental implant case diagnosis, treatment, and long-term follow-up
- Counsel patients on oral hygiene instruction and demonstrate proper techniques
- Educate patients on preventive dental care and oral health maintenance
- Record care provided in the electronic health record system accurately and completely, reflecting the nature of contact, patient condition, and treatment provided
- Complete referrals, data collection instruments, and other required records or documents
- Liaise with Consultants on adequate referral and follow-up of specialized cases
- Supervise dental auxiliary staff to ensure application of proper technique
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery
- Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in general dentistry and dental implants in a busy hospital setting
- Clinical experience in Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine
- Valid Practice License from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
- Certificate in Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) or Certificate in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Skills and Competencies
- Attention to detail
- Result-oriented approach
- Empathy
- Teamwork
- Dexterity and coordination
- Strong communication skills
Location
Nairobi, Kenya