Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
About Us:
Penda Health is an award-winning company that delivers high-quality, trustworthy healthcare. Our vision is for everyone in Africa to have healthcare they can trust. Today our team of 350+ employees operates 16 Medical Centres around Nairobi and Kiambu Counties.
Over the next two years, we are looking to build and run a profitable chain that focuses on; the delivery of tech-enabled, high-quality healthcare, a sustainable expansion of our network that ensures the sustainability and stability of the company.
Role Summary:
This role involves supporting dentists & COHOs in providing patient care, managing dental records, sterilising instruments, and ensuring a clean clinical environment. The dental nurse will be pivotal in enhancing patient experiences and outcomes at Penda Health.
Responsibilities:
- Assist dentists during a variety of treatment procedures, ensuring patient comfort.
- Set up and sterilise dental instruments and equipment before each use.
- Provide patients with aftercare instructions following dental procedures.
- Manage patient records, including updates and maintaining confidentiality.
- Take and process dental X-rays and other diagnostic tests as required.
- Ensure all dental work areas and instruments are cleaned and sterilized according to health and safety protocols.
- Ensure strict compliance with infection control protocols and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Stock and manage dental supplies, placing orders when necessary to ensure availability.
- Assist with front office tasks as needed, such as scheduling appointments and managing patient queries.
- Promote dental health by educating patients on oral hygiene strategies.
- Participate in team meetings and training sessions to stay updated on the latest dental practices and Penda Health protocols.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives by actively participating in clinical audits and implementing best practices.
- Adhere to all ethical and legal standards of the medical profession, maintaining patient confidentiality and privacy at all times.
- Comply with all healthcare regulations, guidelines, and policies, ensuring patient safety and quality of care.
Key requirements and attributes
- Trained dental nurse
- A minimum of 6 months experience in a dental clinic/post internship
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients and medical centre team members.
- Compassionate and patient-centred approach to care.
- Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
- Proactive in learning and adopting new techniques and technologies in dental care.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and support initiatives to grow patient numbers.
- Strong commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.
Application Process:
If you are excited and meet the above qualifications, Please apply by 13th August 2024.