Dental Officer

Medical Teams International is hiring a Dental Officer responsible for the assessment, diagnosis and management of oral health conditions, including minor surgeries and extractions. Leads community mobilization and sensitization of oral health practices.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess and diagnose dental needs
• Perform minor surgeries and tooth extractions
• Collaborate with community health teams to conduct health education on proper oral hygiene practices
• Manage dental emergencies
• Refer complicated cases for further investigation
• Responsible for quality assurance by auditing own practice and ensuring that equipment remains in good condition; Make requisition for supplies and equipment repair needs in a timely manner
• Participate in planning and budgeting process for the dental department
• Ensure that medical practices are conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Code of Conduct
• Ensure data collected is accurate and submit reports according to schedule
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Public Health Dentistry
• Registration with Allied Health Professionals Council is required
• Valid practicing license is required

EXPERIENCE

• 2 years of experience as a dental assistant is required
• Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of management of oral health conditions and minor dental surgery practices

SKILLS

• Skilled in administering anesthesia for dental surgery
• Skilled in performing tooth extractions and minor surgeries
• Skilled in using behaviour change strategies to mobilize community members to take ownership of oral health needs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A good command of both written and spoken English

ABILITIES

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to professional code of conduct
• Ability to treat all patients and staff with respect, without prejudice
• Ability to provide high quality, ethical, compassionate care that places the needs of the patient first
• Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy
• Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct

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