Dental Therapist - Abuja

Who we are

EHA Clinics is a world-class comprehensive health care service provider located in Nigeria. We aim to bridge the gap between patients and healthcare services in any setting: the clinic, the home, or through innovative online and mobile solutions. All of our clinics are equipped with the latest healthcare technologies, and the most dedicated team of healthcare professionals, providing a unique range of patient-centric services.

Mission Statement

We are on a mission to deliver quality health care that is accessible, effective, and affordable. By leveraging technology and an exceptional team, we provide a superior experience, improved outcomes, and reduced pricing for our individual, family, and business members.

Core Values

Customer Experience: We deliver ever-increasing value and convenience to our customers and ensure they are treated with the utmost respect and service regardless of income or social status.                                          

Quality & Safety: We strive to improve the health of our customers, their families, and our community. We will continuously improve our quality to provide the best available healthcare services according to the best available science.  

We ensure our staff are trained to perform their duties safely and reduce the spread of infections. Our facilities and processes are designed to ensure maximum safety for our customers.

Our People: We invest in the well-being, training, and development of our staff.

Financial Stewardship: We work to reduce waste and maximize value to our customers, investors, and partners.

Impact: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages: improved access, affordability, and quality of life.

Our services:

• Medical Services
• Research and Informatics
• Pharmacy
• Laboratory & Diagnostics
• Community Health (REACH Program)
• Telehealth and Telemedicine

Mission Objective

To deliver exceptional dental care by bridging the gap between advanced dental services and our patients, through personalized treatment, innovative practices, and a commitment to excellence. Our mission is to enhance oral health and wellbeing for all individuals in any setting—whether in-clinic, at home, or via our cutting-edge online and mobile solutions. As an integral part of EHA Clinics, we strive to embody the clinic's commitment to providing world-class healthcare, focusing on preventative care and the holistic wellbeing of our patients."

         Duties And Responsibilities 

PURPOSE

• Extraction of mobile teeth in adults and deciduous teeth in children under local anesthesia. Conduct Pulpotomy, Pulpectomy and Suture removal. Taking and interpreting periapical and bitewing radiograph
• Administration of local anesthesia using dentoalveolar infiltration, inferior dental nerve block, and topical local anesthesia. Preparation of cavities and restoration of both temporary and permanent teeth.
• Examination of oral tissues and diagnosis of dental caries and recognition of any other abnormalities within the oral environment. Perform gum massage procedures. Conduct cheek and jaw exercises on patients indicated for it. Perform teeth scaling and polishing procedures for all patients
• Carrying out root planning, gingivectomy, desensitization of teeth and apply fissure sealant and fluoride on teeth. Taking and interpreting periapical and bitewing radiography.

ENGAGEMENT

• Oral toileting and management for physically challenged, medically compromised patients and other groups of patients with special needs especially during admission
• Working with every other member of the dental, and medical team to ensure optimal patient management and satisfaction. This includes assisting the Dentist with procedures when required
• Oral health education and awareness to schools, canteens, different organizations, and the communities
• Participate in voluntary community health activities to promote, maintain, and restore health and prevent diseases.

DELIVERY

• Follow up on patients and appropriate referral as necessary
• Disinfect the working area and wash/sterilize instruments as recommended by the clinic’s daily check routine.
• Give oral hygiene, dietary counseling to patients and postoperation instructions to patients

         Targeted Specialized Knowledge 

• A higher National Diploma in Dental therapy with 1-year medical internship OR Bachelor of Technology in public health dental therapy
• Board registration and a valid current practicing license
• HND in Dental Therapy >5years experience.
• Additional certifications within work related certifications.

Remuneration:

EHA Clinics is committed to fair and competitive compensation for its employees. We want our team members in all locations to feel valued for their unique skills, expertise, and talents and remunerated accordingly, so we can attract and retain the best and most passionate people. 

Key Areas of Note 

Keep up to date with relevant medical research, technology, and evidence-based medical practice by attending continuing education courses and professional meetings, reading journals, etc.

Research unusual symptoms and treatment options, through consultation with physicians and other medical specialists.

Key Skills and Attributes

• Hold Computer literacy
• Excellent Communication and Customer Service
• Caring, Compassionate, Dedicated and Professional
• Working Under Pressure
• Humane, Empathetic and Supportive Bedside Manner
• Leadership and Teamwork
• Problem solving and Initiative
• Time Management and Organization
• Attention to Detail

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can become louder at times due to group discussions or activities. EHA Clinics is a tobacco-free environment.