Community Oral Health Officer (COHO)
Posted:
Company Details
Industry:
Medical Practice
Website:
https://www.equityafia.co.ke
Description:
Equity Afia is a sustainable, integrated health model that is using franchising principles to train and monitor a network of Medical-Entrepreneurs to provide standardized, quality and affordable healthcare services throughout Kenya. Equity Afia plans to provide comprehensive outpatient services thro…
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Job Details
Job Type:
Full Time
Workplace Type:
On-site
Qualification:
Diploma
Job Experience:
Mandatory
Job Location:
Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date:
Undisclosed
Salary:
Undisclosed
Other Pay:
Benefits
Job Category:
Medical
Job Description
Responsible for delivering preventive, promotive, and basic curative oral health services, especially in community and rural settings, while observing the acceptable standards of operation.
Academic Qualifications
- Diploma or Degree in Community Oral Health from a recognized institution.
- Registration with a valid license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)
- Minimum of two (2) years’ post-internship experience
- Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Experience in community outreach programs, school dental health programs, or mobile dental clinics is an added advantage.
- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of dental hygiene, oral health, and infection prevention and control.
- Proficiency in computer skills (especially Health Management Information Systems).
Desired Competencies
- Ability to perform basic dental procedures (examinations, extractions, prophylaxis, fluoride application).
- Strong knowledge of oral disease prevention, health education, and community mobilization.
- Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry advancements.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, especially with rural or underserved populations.
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