3 weeks ago
COMMUNITY ORAL HEALTH OFFICER (COHO)
GILGIL SPECIALIST HOSPITAL(GSH) LTD
Medical & Pharmaceutical
Healthcare
Confidential
Easy Apply
Job Summary
As a Community Oral Health Officer (COHO) at Gilgil Specialist Hospital, you will be responsible for providing high-quality dental care services to patients while observing the scope and acceptable standards of operation.
- Minimum Qualification : Diploma
- Experience Level : Entry level
- Experience Length : 2 years
Job Description/Requirements
Job Summary:
As a Community Oral Health Officer (COHO) at Gilgil Specialist Hospital, you will be responsible for providing high-quality dental care services to patients while observing the scope and acceptable standards of operation. Your key responsibility is to diagnose and treat various oral health conditions, offer preventive dental services, and educate patients on oral hygiene practices. You will play a crucial role in promoting oral health and ensuring patients receive quality dental care.
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Care
- Provide authorized dental care services to patients of all ages, including cleaning teeth, removing plaque, filling cavities, rebuilding broken teeth, and removing severely damaged teeth.
- Examining patients, diagnosing dental conditions, and creating treatment plans.
- Effectively manage patient appointments, maintain schedules, and ensure efficient workflow in the clinic.
- Provide compassionate care and establish a positive rapport with patients to promote their comfort and satisfaction.
- Ensure that all procedures are performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with established dental standards.
- Refer all complex procedures, such as fillings, extractions, root canals, periodontal treatments, or cosmetic dentistry procedures like teeth whitening and any other beyond your scope, to dentists or dental specialists.
- Communicate effectively with patients, explaining treatment options, procedures, and expected outcomes.
- Address patient concerns and answer questions related to oral health and treatment plans.
- Discuss treatment costs, payment plans, and answer questions related to dental procedures.
Infection Control
- Adhere to strict infection control protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment and compliance with Gilgil Specialist Hospital policies and standards.
- Ensure proper sterilization of dental instruments and equipment, as well as compliance with hygiene practices.
Records and Documentation
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of patient consultations, examinations, treatments performed, and prescribed medications. These records are crucial for follow-up visits and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Complete all preauthorization forms and insurance claim forms.
- Collaborate with the clinic’s administrative staff for billing and insurance purposes.
- Enter accurate patient biodata, vital signs, history and treatment given in the Hospital Management Information System.
Quality Assurance
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality dental care by following established Gilgil Specialist Hospital clinical protocols and standards.
- Monitor treatment outcomes, patient satisfaction, and continually seek ways to improve the quality of care provided.
- Abide by ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements related to dental practice, including patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adherence to professional codes of conduct.
Collaboration
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals within Gilgil Specialist Hospital, such as physicians, specialists, or dental hygienists, to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Consult with colleagues on complex cases and refer patients to specialists for advanced treatment, if necessary.
- Prepare and submit dental consumable consumption reports monthly.
- Share the out-of-stock items report daily with the supervisor.
- Manage inventory of the equipment and supplies at the dental unit, including preparing orders as needed to avoid stock-outs.
Continuing Education
- Offer preventive dental services such as oral health instructions and demonstrations, pits and fissure sealants, and traumatic resin restoration
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in dental techniques, materials, and technologies to ensure compliance with evolving dentistry standards.
- Participate in professional development activities, attend conferences, workshops, seminars, and pursue ongoing education to enhance skills and knowledge.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
- Diploma in Community Oral Health
- Registered with a valid license from Oral Health Association of Kenya (OHAK) / Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)
- Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience
- Proficient in computer applications
- Good communication skills
- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of dental hygiene and oral health.
- Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry advancements.
- Copy of national identification document(ID/Passport)
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