nairobi county government jobs
- Dental Specialist [2] (Paediatric Dentist)APPLY
- Masters of Dental Surgery in Paediatric dentistry or any other equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.Bachelor of Dental Surgery (DS) degree or any other equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council;Specialist recognition certificate from the Medical Practitioners’ and Dentist Council.Certificate of Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.Retention in the Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council register;Professional Indemnity Cover.Compliance with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.Ability to communicate effectively.Diagnosis and management of complex oral, cranio maxillofacial diseases and conditions, to prescribe appropriate investigations and formulate treatment plans Providing wholesome patient care in the specialtyParticipating in the multidisciplinary management of patientsPerforming surgical procedures that include minor oral surgery, surgical oncology, trauma surgery,
- craniofacial surgery (congenital and developmental anomalies) reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgeryHarnessing current technologies in healthcare e.g. Artificial intelligence AI, tele dentistry and innovative measuresManagement of infections in the oral, cranio maxillofacial and neck regions.Diagnosing and treating dental conditions in children, including cavities and infectionsFormulating and Explaining treatment processes and procedures to parents or guardians to ensure they understand the dentist’s recommendationsHandling emergencies such as dental trauma caused by accidents or abusePerforming dental exams and X-rays to identify potential problems with teeth and gumsManaging children with special needs including taking them to theatre for comprehensive treatment.Supervise, teach and offer leadership to dental officers, interns and other members of the dental teamHarnessing and driving towards use of technology e.g Intraoral scanning,
- CAD/CAM and tele dentistry in management of patientsDetermining whether a child’s teeth need to be cleaned or if cavities need to be filledParticipating in community outreaches to children to educate children and their guardians on proper oral hygiene techniques to prevent tooth decay, gum disease, including proper healthy nutrition practicesOffer community education and advocacy on dental fluorosis preventionProviding leadership for inclusion of oral health in school programmes.Participating in multi-disciplinary casesAny other duties as may be assigned.
Nairobi county government jobs
- Community Health Assistant IIIAPPLY
- Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Community Health Nursing, Community Health, Community Oral Health, Psychology, Nutrition, Environmental Health, Counseling, Social Work, Community Development or Health Promotion and Education from a recognized institution; andCertificate in Computer Applications Skills from a recognized institution.Collecting health related data at household level for analysis;Maintaining and updating community health unit registers and keeping records;Identifying common ailments and minor injuries at community level;Identifying and referring health cases to appropriate health facilities;Visiting homes to determine the health situation and dialogue with household members; identifying and sensitizing communities on health interventions; monitoring growth of children under the age of five years;Identifying defaulters of health interventions and referring them to the appropriate health facilities;Managing community health resource centers; and convening and coordinating monthly community meetings and action days.
