Community Oral Health Officer - RU/AFP/07/08/26

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Perform comprehensive oral examinations, including teeth and mouth inspection, charting, and thorough cleaning, including polishing.
• Document patient dental history, chief complaints, and clinical observations.
• Assess dental conditions 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.
• 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 ensure that the dentist has required materials to carry out dental procedures (e.g., mixing materials, trimming, and polishing dental casts).
• Implement and adhere to infection prevention protocols, including autoclaving instruments after use, cleaning procedure spaces, and maintaining sterile storage.
• Undertake general treatment and care for teeth and tissue problems using specified equipment, tools, and established dental hygienist procedures.
• Clean teeth using brushes and polishers to remove plaque and stains while maintaining sterile conditions.
• Provide instruction and education on oral hygiene and dental care to patients.
• Maintain a record of day-to-day activities of the dental unit and prepare regular reports as needed.
• Undertake inventory management of equipment and supplies at the Dental Unit, including preparing orders as needed to avoid stockouts.
• Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

• Diploma in Community Oral Health or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• At least three (3) years of relevant work experience.
• Valid registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Valid practicing license.
• Computer literacy.