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- Where
- Edo, Nigeria
- How to apply
- Directly to the employer by email. The address is in the listing below.
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Description
The Dentist will be responsible for providing comprehensive oral healthcare services, diagnosing and treating dental conditions, and promoting good oral hygiene practices to ensure excellent patient care and satisfaction.
Responsibilities
Examine patients' teeth, gums, and other oral structures to diagnose dental conditions.
Perform routine dental procedures, including scaling and polishing, fillings, extractions, and other restorative treatments.
Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans based on patients' dental needs.
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and preventive dental care.
Interpret dental X-rays and other diagnostic investigations.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and treatment documentation.
Ensure strict compliance with infection prevention and control protocols.
Refer patients to dental specialists when necessary.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Ensure proper maintenance and utilisation of dental equipment and instruments.
Requirements
Education:
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) or an equivalent recognised dental qualification.
Valid registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
Current practising licence.
Experience:
Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification clinical experience in general dentistry.
Experience in performing routine dental procedures and managing common oral health conditions.
Experience in a hospital or established dental clinic will be an added advantage.
Other Requirements:
Must possess a valid annual practising licence.
Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and compassion.
Must be patient-focused with a commitment to quality healthcare delivery.
Ability to work flexible schedules when required.
Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to clinical standards.
Skills and Competencies:
Excellent clinical and diagnostic skills.
Good knowledge of general dentistry procedures and practices.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent patient management and counselling skills.
Attention to detail and good manual dexterity.
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Good documentation and record-keeping skills.
Remuneration
Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Minimum qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@lilyhospitals.net using "Dentist – Benin" as the subject of the email.
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