Dental Assistant Job AmeriHealth Africa

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Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Reports to: Dentist

About AmeriHealth Africa

AmeriHealth Africa is a patient-centered, multi-specialty outpatient provider committed to delivering high-quality, integrated healthcare services. We emphasize clinical excellence, efficient systems, and a seamless patient experience, supported by strong quality and patient safety frameworks.

Role Summary

The Dental Assistant will support the dental team in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality oral healthcare services. The role focuses on chairside assistance, infection prevention and control, instrument processing, and ensuring smooth patient flow within the dental unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance to the Dentist during clinical procedures
• Prepare and organize instruments, materials, and equipment prior to procedures
• Ensure proper sterilization, disinfection, and storage of dental instruments in line with IPC standards
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organized clinical environment
• Support patient preparation, positioning, and comfort during procedures
• Provide basic patient guidance on pre- and post-procedure care as directed
• Manage turnaround of treatment rooms to ensure efficient patient flow
• Support inventory management of dental supplies and consumables, including stock monitoring and reordering
• Maintain accurate logs for sterilization cycles and equipment maintenance
• Assist with administrative tasks within the dental unit as required (e.g., appointment coordination, patient records support)
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards

Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate in Dental Assisting or a related healthcare field from a recognized institution
• Minimum of 1–3 years’ experience in a dental clinic or hospital setting
• Training in infection prevention and control and instrument sterilization
• Familiarity with dental equipment and materials
• Basic computer literacy; experience with EMR systems is an added advantage

Competencies

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• High standards of cleanliness and infection control
• Good communication and patient handling skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Team-oriented with a proactive and supportive approach
• Professionalism, reliability, and integrity

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a brief cover letter outlining their suitability to info@ileraconsulting.co.ke with the subject line: “Dental Assistant – Amerihealth Africa Multispecialty Center” by 30th April 2026.

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