Dentist

Dentist Duties and Responsibilities
• Examine patients for dental and jaw diagnoses
• Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
• Prescribe antibiotics and pain relieving medications
• Provide patient care for cracked or fractured teeth
• Perform procedures to treat decay and cavities
• Prepare and place fillings
• Create models for dental appliances
• Perform general dentistry
• Interpret x-rays and diagnostic tests
• Sedate patients and administer anesthetics
• Perform tooth extractions and root canals
• Diagnose and treat oral diseases
• Create detailed treatment plans for patients
• Perform surgical procedures on teeth, bone, and soft tissues
• Educate patients on aftercare and answer questions
• Adhering to best medical practices and observe the laws and professional ethics of the practice of medicine
• Ensuring the maintenance of proper patient records by the Clinic (including enquiries, therapies and other services provided)
• Liaising with other medical practitioners, specialists and health service providers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dental Surgery or equivalent from a recognised University
• Registered with the Medical and Dental Practitioner, Council of Zimbabwe
• At least 3 years post qualification experience
• Current open practicing certificate (OPC)
• Previous experience in the private sector an added advantage

SKILLS
• Good interpersonal skills and communication.
• Computer skills; Microsoft Office Suite.
• Accurate and precise attention to detail.
• Compassionate and caring of patients.
• Able to work under pressure
• Calm and cool-headed with a positive attitude.