Orthodontist at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital

Job purpose

• To diagnose and manage malocclusion and dentofacial abnormalities in paediatric and adult patients using preventive, interceptive, and corrective orthodontics.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive orthodontic assessment, imaging analysis, and treatment planning.
• Provide preventive and interceptive orthodontic care for growing patients.
• Manage malocclusions using removable and fixed appliances, aligners, and myofunctional therapies as appropriate.
• Design appliances and coordinate with dental laboratory services.
• Collaborate in MDT care for craniofacial anomalies and complex cases.
• Supervise and mentor dental officers, interns, and students.
• Participate in community oral health outreach and preventive programmes.
• Contribute to quality improvement, research, and policy/protocol development in orthodontics.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) or equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
• Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Orthodontics or equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
• Specialist recognition in Orthodontics by KMPDC.
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
• Recognition as a specialist/sub-specialist by KMPDC.
• Retention in the KMPDC register.
•  Valid Practice License from KMPDC.
•  Valid Indemnity Cover.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010