24 Oct 2024

Dental Assistant at Strathmore University

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Job Description

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…

Dental Assistant

Assist the Dentist in preparing the patients for dental procedures and ensuring that all the necessary equipment are sterilized and ready for use at all times. This should be done in accordance with the ‘Code of Ethics’ of the Strathmore University Medical Center and recommendations by the dentist.
Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Assist the dentist in preparing the patient and instruments/inputs for treatment procedures in the dental suite
  • Making the patient as comfortable as possible before, during and after procedures
  • Participate in timely sterilization, disinfection, cleanliness and organization of the surgery
  • Performing simple procedure like vitals- taking, administering medications such as painkillers under instructions of the doctor
  • Managing patients appointments for procedures and communicating to them effectively
  • Reporting on faulty equipment and follow up on service schedules
  • Preparation of supplies orders, receiving and recording of the same in liaison with the dentist and the accountant
  • Removal of expired materials and inputs after the proper documentation process.
  • Maintain high confidentiality and patient information and all stakeholders in the patient management value chain
  • 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:

  • A diploma in Dental/ Oral Care nursing
  • At least two years of relevant work experience in a reputable dental clinic


Method of Application

Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting “Dental Assistant” on the subject line to 

recruitment@strathmore.edu 

by 29th October 2024. Due to the large number of applications we may receive, kindly note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted





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