Penda Health is an award-winning startup company that is transforming healthcare in East Africa by building a chain of outpatient health clinics that offer evidence-based medical care and unparalleled member experience at surprisingly affordable rates. Penda is ranked the Best Health Care Firm to work for in Kenya and the #26 Best company to work in Kenya...

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Dentist

Job Type

Part Time

Qualification

BA/BSc/HND

Experience

1 year

Location

Nairobi

Job Field

Medical / Healthcare

Role Summary:

The Part-Time Dentist at Penda Health will provide high-quality dental care and promote oral health among patients. The role involves diagnosing, treating, and managing a range of oral health conditions while ensuring exceptional patient experience and adherence to clinical standards.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive oral health assessments, diagnose dental conditions, and develop effective treatment plans.
• Perform a range of clinical dental procedures to restore and maintain oral health.
• Provide patient-centered education on preventive care and oral hygiene.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, safe, and ethical dental care.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Stay current with advancements in dental techniques and practices.
• Mentor and support junior dental staff to foster professional growth.
• Contribute to community outreach and initiatives that promote oral health awareness.

Key requirements and attributes

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from a recognized institution.
• Valid registration and practicing license with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (KMPDB).
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in a dental practice.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient care skills.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and teamwork abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth, ethical practice, and patient safety.

• Conduct comprehensive oral health assessments, diagnose dental conditions, and develop effective treatment plans.
• Perform a range of clinical dental procedures to restore and maintain oral health.
• Provide patient-centered education on preventive care and oral hygiene.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, safe, and ethical dental care.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Stay current with advancements in dental techniques and practices.
• Mentor and support junior dental staff to foster professional growth.
• Contribute to community outreach and initiatives that promote oral health awareness.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient care skills.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and teamwork abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth, ethical practice, and patient safety.

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from a recognized institution.
• Valid registration and practicing license with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (KMPDB).