Strathmore University is a Chartered University located in Nairobi, Kenya. It was the first multiracial and multi religious educational institution in English speaking Eastern Africa and more recently the first institute of higher learning to be ISO certified in East and Central Africa in 2004. Our mission is to provide all-round quality education in an atmo...
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Resident Dentist
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldMedical / Healthcare 
Basic job summary:
Diagnose and treat dental issues and help patients develop better oral hygiene regimens. He/she will also provide leadership at SUMC dental suite and ensure excellent continuous services to SUMC clients, nurture business growth and ensure accountability
Duties & Responsibilities:
Patient Care and Management
- Patient consultation
- Diagnosis of dental diseases and conditions
- Formulation of a treatment plan
- Carrying out of the necessary dental procedure
- Giving oral hygiene instructions and oral health advice
- Referral of patients to specialist when necessary
- Patient counselling through assuring anxious patients about their condition and treatment modalities
- Keeping accurate records of patients
Infection control procedures
- Ensuring that all instruments have been taken for sterilization procedure and the correct procedures are being adhered to
- Ensuring a smooth flow of operation and availability of dental materials and equipment at all times.
- Management of the Dental Clinic
- Approving materials ordered/requested.
- Preparation of the monthly report and any other report required
- Supervising the dental subordinate personnel i.e. Dental Assistant
- Record keeping, Data entry of transactions carried out into the system
- Monitor that all patients have been charged accurately.
- Advise the Director SUMC on dental matters and business development plans
Professional Development
- Maintain and develop own professional competencies and knowledge by attending and participating in continuous education sessions
- Keeping up-to-date with developments in dentistry
Any other duty as may be assigned by the Director, Strathmore University Medical Centre
- Continuous learning and development
- The post holder will carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the Head of Department.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor in Dental Surgery (BDS) degree from a recognized university in Kenya.
- Must be registered and have a valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council
- Experience with braces, veneers, and crowns is an added advantage
Competencies and Personal Attributes
- Attention to detail
- Team Player
- Good Communication skills
- Quality customer service
- Leadership skills
- Technical abilities
Method of Application
Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting “Resident Dentist” on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 31st January 2025. Due to the large number of applications, we may receive, kindly note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
