• Application Deadline: Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Dental Hygienist


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , OND


• Experience 4 years


• Location Lagos


• City Ikoyi


• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  

Essential Responsibilities

• Removing plaque and calculus by scaling and polishing teeth


• Assisting dentists in managing medical and dental emergencies when necessary


• Giving patients information on dental hygiene, oral health care, and plaque control programs.


• Taking impressions and/or dental radiographs of teeth.


• Applying prophylactic/antibacterial materials, fissure sealants and topical fluorides to help prevent tooth decay.


• Operate technical dental machines in the diagnosis and treatment of patients


• Assist dentist in examining dental and oral health of patients


• Assist dentist in attending to patients within the allocated time for waiting and treatment


• Comply with all Practices’ policies and procedures on diagnosis, treatment, etc.


• Input, update and keep accurate records of Patients’ dental structure.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• National Diploma in Dental Health is required. Additional certification or training is an advantage


• Minimum of 4 years post-College of Health Technology and progressive experience as an assistant within the private and public sectors. Experience working with public health and health systems is an advantage.

Person Specification:

• Passionate


• Problem solver


• Focused and patient


• Attentive to details


• Ability to manage pressure


• A team player

Competencies:

• Attention to detail.


• Ability to perform basic dental procedures


• Excellent customer service skills and communication skills


• Communication - Actively listens and checks for understanding.


• Team Player - The ability to work with others in a way that recognizes their contribution and strengths, and promotes collaborative working across different or cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives.