Senior Assistant Director of Dental Services- Clinical Orthodontic Job Machakos CPSB Machakos, Kenya

Job Title: Senior Assistant Director of Dental Services/Dental Specialist I – Clinical Orthodontic
Date Posted: 20/08/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Management
Employer: Machakos County Public Service Board
Industry: Medical
Salary: Open
Location: Machakos
Country: Kenya
Deadline: 09/09/2026
Summary: Senior Assistant Director of Dental Services/Dental Specialist I – Clinical Orthodontic at Machakos County Public Service Board. Responsible for leading orthodontic services, diagnosing dental alignment conditions, supervising clinical teams, and overseeing specialist patient care. Requires a Bachelor of Dental Surgery, postgraduate qualification in Orthodontics, professional registration, and extensive specialist experience. The role is based in Machakos with duties performed on-s

  • Examine patients’ teeth, jaws, and facial structure to diagnose issues like crowding, spacing, overbites, and underbites.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans using methods such as braces, wires, and aligners to correct these issues.
  • Perform diagnostic tests, including interpreting X-rays, to determine the best course of action.
  • Fit patients for orthodontic appliances like braces and retainers.
  • Make adjustments to appliances, such as tightening braces, during regular appointments to track and guide treatment progress.
  • Monitor the patient’s health and the condition of their teeth and periodontal tissues throughout the treatment.
  • Educate patients and their caregivers on appropriate oral hygiene practices to maintain good health during and after treatment.
  • Explain treatment plans, associated costs, and expected outcomes to patients.
  • Collaborate with other dental professionals, such as general dentists and oral surgeons, to coordinate patient care within a broader treatment plan.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including photographs and medical history.
  • Stay current with new orthodontic techniques and advancements.
  • Uphold ethical and professional standards in all aspects of practice.
  •  Bachelor of Dental Surgery (DS) degree or any other equivalent qualification recognized by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
  • Master of Dental Surgery degree in Orthodontics.
  • Certificate of Registration by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
  • Valid practicing license from the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
  • Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution.
  • Certificate in Computer application skills from a recognized institution.
  • Demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.

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