Community Oral Health Officer III
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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