Rongo University is a leading University in the region, whose mission is to provide high quality education through teaching, research, community service and nurturing innovative graduates Rongo University (RU), formerly Rongo University College, was awarded Charter by H.E. Hon. Uhuru Kenyatta, the President of the Republic of Kenya on 7th October 2016. Th...

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

Job TypeContract

QualificationDiploma

Experience3 years

LocationMigori

Job FieldMedical / Healthcare

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, one MUST have:

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

Job description

An officer in this Level shall:

• Prepares treatment room 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 and/or chief complaints and/or 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 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 adhere to infection prevention protocols including autoclaving instrument after use, cleaning the dental procedures’ space and storage of the clean;
• 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;
• Provide instruction on dental care;
• 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 stock outs; and
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

• Prepares treatment room 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 and/or chief complaints and/or 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 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 adhere to infection prevention protocols including autoclaving instrument after use, cleaning the dental procedures’ space and storage of the clean;
• 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;
• Provide instruction on dental care;
• 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 stock outs; and
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

• Computer literacy

• Diploma in Community Oral Health or its equivalent from recognized institution;
• Valid registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council;
• Valid practicing license;