Community Oral Health Officer at Ruaraka Uhai Neema Hospital

Responsibilities

• Examine patients’ teeth and mouth.
• Assess dental condition and needs of patients using patient screening and monitoring procedures.
• Analyze x-rays and evaluate dental needs as necessary including medical history review and dental charting.
• Take, develop and mount radiographs as well as trace radiographs required for corrective treatment
• Undertake general treatment and care for teeth and tissue problems using specified equipment and tools and established dental hygienist procedures.
• Clean teeth using brushes, and polishers to remove plaque and stains ensuring that sterile conditions are maintained
• Fill in cavities, rebuild broken teeth, replace missing teeth, and remove unnecessary or severely damaged teeth.
• Treat and help to prevent gum disease.
• Provide instruction on dental care and write prescriptions for patients
• Make impressions of patients’ teeth for study casts
• Document patient dental history and/or chief complaints and/or observations
• Supervise staff and clinic processes

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification: Diploma in Community Health
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a similar position.
• Registered as a Community Oral Health Officer with the regulatory body.
• Valid Practicing License.