VACANCY RE-ADVERTISEMENT

Job Title: Dental Therapist

Location: Liwonde Private Hospital

Liwonde Private hospital is currently re-advertising for a position of Dental therapist to join our team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receiving and guiding patients for dental Procedures
• Examine patients’ medical records
• Prepare patients for treatment (e.g. by applying oral sedation or anesthesia)
• Check teeth, gums and other parts of the mouth, along with dental problems
• Clean teeth and remove plaque
• Identify tooth decay and replace cavities with fillings
• Design and fit dental prosthetics, such as bridges, crowns and dentures
• Apply teeth-whitening treatments
• Conduct tooth extractions and root canal procedures
• Perform surgeries on diseased tissues and bones
• Filing and maintaining accurate records of patients’ imformation
• Prescribe medication as needed
• Educate patients on proper brushing techniques, flossing and fluoride use
• Promote good oral health and preventive dental care (e.g. by scheduling regular check-up)

Requirements:

• Applicants must be in possesion of a diploma in Dentistry obtained from a recognized registered institution.
• Must be registered with medical council of Malawi.
• Atlest two years of relevant professional experience in a similar role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and word.
• Good communicational and interpersonal skills
• Applicant must be 25 years of age and above
• Retired civil servants are encouraged to apply
• Non Malawian citizens are also encouraged to apply

Cover letter and Cirriculum Vitae should be sent to liwondeclinic@yahoo.com

Closing date for application is 06^th  September 2024.