- Caremax Health is a US-Diaspora Health Initiative and your 'one-stop-shop out-patient facility' that offers a wide range of services aimed at meeting patient needs in a holistic manner. We are located at Juja City Mall along Thika Road & Gateway mall Mombasa Rd, Opposite SGR. We are seeking to recruit capable, motivated and resolute professionals to fill the following;
- Community Oral Health Officer
- Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
- Screening patients, reviewing a patient's oral health history and teaching appropriate brushing and flossing techniques. In addition, welcoming, comforting, and draping patient.
- Perform oral examination and charting, cleaning of teeth and polishing.
- Perform simple extractions, place fissure sealants, and apply topical fluorides and temporary fillings.
- Use dental X-ray machines to take dental radiographs and develop the film for the dentist's analysis.
- Review pre-operative settings and make sure that the dentist has what is required to carry out dental procedures; i.e. provide necessary help to the dentist, including mixing materials, trimming, and polishing dental casts.
- Implements and adheres to infection prevention protocols including autoclaving instruments after use, cleaning the dental procedures' space and storage of the clean.
- Maintain a record of day-to-day activities of the dental unit and prepare regular reports as needed.
- Inventory management of equipment and supplies at the dental unit. This includes preparing orders as needed to avoid stock outs. Required Skills:
- Requirements
- 1. Diploma in Community oral health/Dentistry or equivalent from a reputable institution.
- 2. Current practicing certificate.
- 3. At least 2 years of relevant clinical experience.
- 4. Good verbal communication skills – a good listener.
Community Oral Health Officer
Experience
< 1 Year
Salary
10,000 - 15,000 KES
Job Type
Full Time
Job Shift
Morning
Job Category
Traveling
No
Career Level
Non-Managerial
Telecommute
No
Qualification
Diploma in COHO
Total Vacancies
1 Job
Posted on
Apr 1, 2024
Last Date
Jul 1, 2024
Company
CareMax Health Ltd., Kenya
Location(s)
Job Description
Job Specification
Diploma in Community oral health/Dentistry or equivalent from a reputable institution, Current practicing certificate, At least 2 years of relevant clinical experience, Good verbal communication skills – a good listener.
Job Rewards and Benefits
Health Insurance
Medical Practice - Nairobi, Kenya