Purpose of the Job:
The job holder will be responsible for diagnosing,
treating and advising on various dental issues. The key objective for this role
will be to promote and maintain good oral health among our patients which will
involve not only treating existing dental conditions but also educating
individuals about preventive dental care practices.
Responsibilities:
- Examining teeth and diagnosing patients’ dental
conditions by using tools such as x-rays
- Treating pathological conditions of the oral cavity
- Performing dental surgery, including the extraction of teeth
and roots, removal of impacted teeth
- Analyzing oral radiographs for diagnostic purposes
- Prescribing medications for infection control, pain control,
and for the control of viral, bacterial, and fungal infections
- Providing instructions in oral hygiene and methods of
preventing the spread of oral diseases.
- Reviewing medical histories and records dental treatment in
medical charts to ensure that treatment plan does not compromise patient
health
- Assessing treatment options and agreeing on treatment
plans with patients
- Carrying out agreed clinical treatments such as
restoring teeth affected by decay and treating gum disease
- Maintaining patients’ dental records and information by
entering patient details in the information system (computer) or other
patient records
- Providing guidance to dental nurse and receptionist in
delivering patient care and coordinating appointments
- Attending meetings, forums, seminars and workshops organized
by the management
- Maintaining strict confidentiality and treats
staff, physicians and patients with dignity and respect
- Liaising daily with medical/non-medical staff including other
doctors and healthcare professionals for effective care delivery
- Preparing operational reports to the management for various
activities and operations undertaken
- Performing any other related duties within the clinic as may
be assigned
Key Competencies:
- Bachelor degree in Dental Surgery from a recognized university
- Registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and dental
council
- At least 3 years relevant post-qualification experience
- Thorough knowledge of the practices and techniques of dental
surgery and treatment
- Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer
patient care
- Should demonstrate high levels of compassion, integrity,
commitment and professionalism
How To Apply
Interested and qualified persons are requested to
submit their applications indicating their current salary and expected salary,
with detailed curriculum vitae, copy of national ID, copies of academic and
professional certificates and testimonials to careers@savannahhealth.co.ke quoting
the position you are applying for as the subject e.g. ‘Client
Experience Manager’.
Upon being successful during interviews, the
successful candidate must present the following; National ID, KRA Pin, current
coloured passport photo, NSSF & NHIF, Good Conduct Certificate, academic
and professional certificates, latest pay slips from previous employer (where
applicable).
Please note only online applications will be
accepted.
Applications to be received on or before 30th June 2024.
