Duties and Responsibilities
Collecting data for fluoride testing in water samples
Analysing and interpreting results and advising the relevant authorities accordingly
Diagnosis and treatment of common dental conditions
Temporary and permanent dental restorations
Reducing simple fractures of jaws, extractions and disimpassions
Drainage of dental abscess, suturing to stop bleeding, and prescription of analgesicsandantibiotics
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C PlainandgradeCPlain in English or Kiswahili and Biology or Biological Sciences, and grade C- Minusineither Chemistry, Physics/Physical Sciences, Mathematics or General Sciences
A Diploma in Community Oral Health from a recognized institution
A registration certificate from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
A valid practicing licence from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
A Certificate in computer application will be an added advantage