Dental Officer Job in Kenya

Tharaka Nithi County Public Service Board (CPSB) is a body corporate established under Section 57 of the County Governments Act, 2012 pursuant to Article 235 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. Section 59 of the County Governments Act 2012 outlines the functions of the CPSB among them being “appoint persons to hold or act in offices of the county public service including in the Boards of cities and urban areas within the county and to confirm appointments”.

The Tharaka Nithi County Public Service Board wishes to advertise the following thirty-eight (38) positions externally on various terms of service.

Dental Officer, JG ‘M’ – One (1) Post

Qualifications

  • A Bachelors of Dental Surgery (DS) degree or any other equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya;
  • Successfully completed one (1) year internship from a recognized institution;
  • Be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
  • Possess a valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
  • Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution

Responsibilities


The Overall duties will be:

  • Providing dental care including: diagnosing common oral conditions, treating, prescribing and referring: carrying out minor oral and maxillofacial surgery: prosthetics, and conservative dentistry;
  • Facilitating admission, disease investigations of patients, report writing and assisting in theatre activities: collecting information on dental health information system; and
  • Organizing discharge summaries and follow-up of patients; and acting as the first on call on
  • Any other duty that may be assigned by the supervisor

How to Apply

Each application should be accompanied by some detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and transcripts, National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.

All applications should be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked on the top left side the position applied for so as to reach the undersigned on or before 31st March, 2023 by 5.00 pm.

 Applications should be addressed to:

THE SECRETARY

COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD THARAKA NITHI COUNTY

P.O. BOX 10-60406 KATHWANA

 Tharaka Nithi County is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality within the organization. Applicants comprising persons with special needs are encouraged to apply.

Any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.