Vacancy title:
Dental Assistant

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Health Care, Category: Healthcare]

Jobs at:
St. Francis Community Hospital

Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, October 12 2025

Duty Station:
Kenya | Nairobi | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, October 10 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist dentists during a variety of treatment procedures, ensuring patient comfort throughout.
• Set up and sterilize dental instruments and equipment before each use.
• Provide clear aftercare instructions to patients following dental procedures.
• Manage and update patient records while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Ensure all dental work areas and tools meet health and safety sterilization standards.
• Adhere strictly to infection control protocols and use of PPE.
• Support front office tasks such as scheduling appointments and handling patient inquiries.
• Educate patients on effective oral hygiene and promote dental health awareness.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and stay updated on the latest dental practices and
• Penda Health protocols.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives through clinical audits and implementation of best
• Uphold ethical and legal standards of the medical profession, ensuring patient confidentiality and
• Comply with all healthcare regulations, policies, and guidelines to deliver safe, high-quality care.

QUALIFICATION

• Certificate in Dental Assistant course or equivalent qualification
• Strong communication and patient care skills
• Familiarity with dental equipment and sterilization techniques
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Commitment to continuous professional development and learning

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: associate degree

Job application procedure

APPLY NOW

Interested candidates should submit their applications (soft copies only), ENCLOSING A DETAILED CV, AND COVER LETTER ONLY to careers.stfch@gmail.com. So as to be received by 12 October 2025. Applicants MUST INDICATE CURRENT & EXPECTED CONSOLIDATED SALARY in their application and indicate Dental Assistant on the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

St. Francis Community Hospital is an equal opportunity employer

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