Community Oral Health Officer- Dental -COHO at Oasis Healthcare

Overall Responsibility

To promote oral health, prevent and manage common dental conditions, and provide clinical and community-based oral health services in line with professional standards and institutional policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct oral examinations, diagnose common dental conditions, and provide appropriate treatment
• Perform basic dental procedures such as extractions, fillings, scaling, and prophylaxis
• Provide emergency dental care and pain management
• Refer complex dental and oral health cases to the Dental Officer or higher-level facilities
• Conduct oral health education sessions for individuals, groups, and communities
• Promote preventive practices such as oral hygiene, fluoride use, and dietary advice
• Organize and participate in community oral health outreach programs
• Maintain accurate patient treatment records and registers
• Collect and analyze data on oral health indicators for reporting and decision-making
• Adhere to ethical and professional standards as set by relevant licensing authorities
• Ensure proper infection prevention and control practices within the dental unit
• Participate in continuous professional development and institutional training

Qualifications

• Diploma in Community Oral Health from a recognized institution
• Valid registration and practicing license with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
• At least 1 year of experience in a hospital or community health setting

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of oral health education, preventive dentistry, and minor dental procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Work Locations

Kitui, Homabay, Webuye, Kakamega, or Eldoret, Kenya