Community Oral Health Officer III

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

• Diploma in Community Oral Health from Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) or any other recognized institution.
• Have successfully completed one-year mandatory internship.
• A Registration Certificate by Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• A Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
• Proficiency in computer application skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform comprehensive oral examinations, analyze dental X-rays, and diagnose common dental conditions.
• Execute procedures within your approved scope, such as dental restorations (fillings), simple non-surgical extractions, and oral prophylaxis.
• Provide immediate pain management and basic emergency oral health services.
• Identify complicated dental conditions and refer patients appropriately to specialized dental surgeons.
• Maintain accurate patient records and rigorously uphold infection prevention and control standards
• Counsel patients on proper oral hygiene practices, brushing/flossing techniques, and dietary habits.
• Apply preventive treatments like fluoride applications and fissure sealants.
• Organize and participate in community oral health outreaches, school dental health programs, and general wellness events.
• Develop and implement initiatives designed to raise awareness about the prevention of oral diseases at the grassroots level.
• Collect and analyze data on oral health indicators to assist local health authorities in developing targeted health initiatives

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