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Community Oral Health Officer (COHO) at Nairobi West Hospital Ltd
Nairobi West Hospital Ltd
Kenya 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted about 2 hours ago (20 Oct 2026) Updated about 2 hours ago
Job Description
The Community Oral Health Officer will promote oral health awareness, conduct preventive screenings and provide basic dental care services to communities served by Nairobi West Hospital. The role involves coordinating outreach programs, educating the public on oral hygiene and supporting the hospital’s community health initiatives.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Surgery, Public Health or a related field
- • Valid dental practice license and experience in community health settings
- • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Plan and deliver community oral health outreach and screening activities
- • Provide basic preventive dental care and oral health education to patients
- • Collaborate with hospital staff to integrate oral health services into broader health programs
- • Maintain records of community interventions and report on outcomes
- • Raise public awareness on oral hygiene practices and disease prevention