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Community Oral Health Officer (COHO) – Embakasi Village Job Equity Afia

Job Title: Community Oral Health Officer (COHO)
Date Posted: 15/09/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Middle
Employer: Equity Afia
Industry: Medical
Salary: Open
Location: Nairobi
Country: Kenya
Deadline: 30/09/2026

Medical Jobs. Equity Afia Jobs. Community Oral Health Officer (COHO). Providing oral health education, dental screenings, and basic clinical procedures, requiring a Diploma in Community Oral Health and registration with the relevant board.

Job Summary

Responsible for delivering preventive, promotive, and basic curative oral health services, especially in community and rural settings, while observing the acceptable standards of operation.

Academic Qualifications

  • Diploma or Degree in Community Oral Health from a recognized institution.
  • Registration with a valid license from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)
  • Minimum of two (2) years’ post-internship experience 
  • Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Experience in community outreach programs, school dental health programs, or mobile dental clinics is an added advantage.
  • Strong clinical skills and knowledge of dental hygiene, oral health, and infection prevention and control.
  • Proficiency in computer skills (especially Health Management Information Systems).

How to Apply

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