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Vacancy title:
Community Oral Health Officer (COHO) - Lodwar
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Healthcare, Category: Healthcare, Social Services & Nonprofit, Doctors & Other Health Professionals]
Jobs at:
Equity Afya Medical Centres
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, November 10 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | kenya
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, November 10 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Equity Afya is committed to providing accessible and quality healthcare services. This role is crucial in extending our reach to community and rural settings.
Purpose and Responsibilities
Responsible for delivering preventive, promotive, and basic curative oral health services, especially in community and rural settings, while observing the acceptable standards of operation.
Academic Qualifications
Diploma or Degree in Community Oral Health from a recognized institution.
Registration with a valid license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)
Minimum of two (2) years’ post-internship experience
Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS)
Experience in community outreach programs, school dental health programs, or mobile dental clinics is an added advantage.
Strong clinical skills and knowledge of dental hygiene, oral health, and infection prevention and control.
Proficiency in computer skills (especially Health Management Information Systems).
Desired Competencies
Ability to perform basic dental procedures (examinations, extractions, prophylaxis, fluoride application).
Strong knowledge of oral disease prevention, health education, and community mobilization.
Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry advancements.
Good communication and interpersonal skills, especially with rural or underserved populations.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: associate degree
Job application procedure
Equity Afya does not charge any fees for applications, interviews, or appointments at any stage of the recruitment process. Any request for payment related to recruitment is fraudulent, malicious, and should be reported immediately.
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