Dental Officer job at Watoto Childcare Ministries

About Watoto Church Ministries:
Watoto Church Ministries is a growing community organization with diverse initiatives, including Celebration Centers (Campuses), Childcare, Community and Neighborhood development, Education, and FM Radio. As a local church, Watoto is dedicated to Celebrating Christ and Caring for the Community.

Position Overview:
Watoto is seeking a Part-Time Dental Officer to provide quality dental care services for Watoto mothers and children while supporting oral health education and promotion programs within the ministry.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Provide leadership and guidance to the Laminadera Children’s Village dental unit following established department protocols and policies.
2. Monitor drug reactions, track patient progress, and manage or refer complicated dental cases as needed.

3. Conduct standard dental examinations, evaluations, and screenings to identify oral health concerns.
4. Participate in oral health promotion programs, including education campaigns, surveys, and research organized by the Watoto Medical Department.

5. Develop, implement, and monitor dental standards, protocols, and compliance at the clinic level.
6. Participate in strategic planning for the dental clinic in line with departmental goals.
7. Build partnerships with government agencies, non-profits, academic institutions, and private sector entities to resource the dental unit.
8. Provide evidence-based oral care services to clients.
9. Maintain accurate reporting and documentation in accordance with Ministry of Health guidelines.
10. Supervise dental assistants and volunteers to ensure high-quality service delivery.
11. Support staff training on oral health topics across other Watoto departments as organized by the Medical Department.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
• Diploma in Public Health Dentistry or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Valid practicing license from the Allied Health Professionals Council.
• At least 2 years of experience in dental care, preferably in pediatric settings.
• Strong knowledge of preventive dental care, oral health education, and minor dental procedures.
• Good interpersonal skills, especially with children of all ages.
• Passionate about community oral healthcare and capable of working effectively in a team environment.

Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? Submit your application now to careers@watotochurch.com
All interested and qualified candidates should:
1. Visit the Watoto Church website at www.watotochurch.com .
2. Navigate to the “JOIN THE TEAM” section.
3. Click on “Job Details” and select “Apply Here” to access the application form.
4. Complete the form and submit all sections.
5. Send the following documents to careers@watotochurch.com  with the subject line: Job Title First Name, Last Name:
• Cover Letter
• CV
• Academic and professional documents
• Church/Pastor’s recommendation letter
Application Deadline: 20th December 2024
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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