KUTRRH Paediatric Dentist Jobs in Kenya

KUTRRH Paediatric Dentist Jobs in Kenya


Paediatric Dentist - V/FT/167/2022 - 1 Post

Position Summary

The Paediatric Dentist specializes in the diagnosis and management of complex orofacial conditions (congenital, developmental and acquired) in paediatric patients including preventive, interceptive and curative dentistry.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Diagnosis of orofacial diseases/conditions, prescribe appropriate investigations and formulate treatment plans.

  • Performing specific dental procedures in areas that include conservative and restorative dentistry, aesthetic dentistry, prosthetic rehabilitation, endodontics, minor oral surgery and orthodontics.

  • Supervision, training and mentorship of dental officers, dental interns and students.

  • Undertaking call duties to review and manage patients with urgent/emergency conditions.

  • Participating in the multidisciplinary management of patients.

  • Conducting age assessment and writing dental reports.

  • Undertaking medico-legal duties such as completing insurance dental/medical reports, P3 forms and judicial attendance.

  • Conducting oral health community outreaches/camps.

  • Taking part in the formulation and implementation of the departmental annual work plans.

  • Formulate, review and implement dental policies, standards, guidelines and protocols.

  • Awareness creation and promotion of preventive dentistry.

  • Establishment and maintaining a dental health information system.

  • Conduct research to advance dental sciences and provide solutions to existing problem areas.

    Minimum Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree or any other equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Kenya medical practitioners and dentists’ council.

  • Master of dental surgery (MDS) in paediatric dentistry from an institution recognized by the Kenya medical practitioners and dentists’ council.

  • Specialist recognition certificate from the Kenya medical practitioners and dentists’ council.

  • Registration certificate from the Kenya medical practitioners and dentists’ council.

  • A valid practising license from the Kenya medical practitioners and dentists’ council.

  • Professional Indemnity Cover.

  • Proficiency in
    computer applications.

  • At least one year working experience as a Paediatric Dentist in a busy hospital.

    Soft Skills Required

  • Communication skills

  • Organizational skills

  • Observational

  • Analytical skills

  • Compassionate skills

  • Team player

    How to Apply

    If your background and competencies match the specifications of any of the posts above, please apply online

    For all applications, please indicate the subject as follows: Job Application – Job Reference Number.

    Note that you must attach the following listed documents when you apply on the online portal.

  • Application Letter

  • Curriculum Vitae

  • Filled Application Form

  • Valid Practicing License

    The deadline for the receipt of all applications is 25th October 2022.

    Successful candidates will be offered an attractive remunerative package which includes a basic salary and allowances.

    The Hospital will facilitate travel to Kenya for the successful candidates and assist in acquiring work permits.

    The Hospital will also facilitate job placement for spouses where possible.

    Qualified Kenyans living abroad as well as well as experts from other nationalities are encouraged to apply.

    Any form of canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.

    KUTRRH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    For more information and job application details, see: KUTRRH Paediatric Dentist Jobs in Kenya

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