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Dental Officer

Kampala * Full-time
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Medical Teams International
Medical Teams International is hiring a Dental Officer responsible for the assessment, diagnosis and management of oral health conditions, including minor surgeries and extractions. Leads community mobilization and sensitization of oral health practices.

Category: Health and Medical Total Positions: Location: Kampala Full-time Salary: not mentioned Posted 1 year ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assess and diagnose dental needs • Perform minor surgeries and tooth extractions • Collaborate with community health teams to conduct health education on proper oral hygiene practices • Manage dental emergencies • Refer complicated cases for further investigation • Responsible for quality assurance by auditing own practice and ensuring that equipment remains in good condition; Make requisition for supplies and equipment repair needs in a timely manner • Participate in planning and budgeting process for the dental department • Ensure that medical practices are conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Code of Conduct • Ensure data collected is accurate and submit reports according to schedule • Other duties as assigned
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Diploma in Public Health Dentistry • Registration with Allied Health Professionals Council is required • Valid practicing license is required • EXPERIENCE • 2 years of experience as a dental assistant is required • Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage • KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES • KNOWLEDGE • Knowledge of management of oral health conditions and minor dental surgery practices • SKILLS • Skilled in administering anesthesia for dental surgery • Skilled in performing tooth extractions and minor surgeries • Skilled in using behaviour change strategies to mobilize community members to take ownership of oral health needs • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • A good command of both written and spoken English • ABILITIES • Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to professional code of conduct • Ability to treat all patients and staff with respect, without prejudice • Ability to provide high quality, ethical, compassionate care that places the needs of the patient first • Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy • Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
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