Posted on: Tue 02-07-2024

Smile 360 Dental Specialists is the leading dental clinic in Nigeria based on our customer’s satisfaction and awards won. Amongst many others, we are the “Winner of the Best Dental Service Provider of the year 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2021 consecutively, by the Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Award”. We are also the first and only clinic with Orthodontics, Dento-facial Orthopaedics, and pediatric dentistry. Our other services include Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Implant Dentistry Endodontic, Family dentistry, and Periodontics. Our practice is extremely customer-friendly, ensuring that every visit is stress-free, memorable, fun, and worthwhile. We are passionate about oral health, giving superior customer interaction, and first-class standard services that you would expect in London or Dubai with proficient and tested professionals committed to making every visit to our world-class luxurious facility seamless and enjoyable at every level.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Dental Therapist / Hygienist

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Dental Hygienist to join our team at our dental clinic.
• The primary responsibility of the Dental Hygienist is to provide comprehensive oral hygiene care to our patients and assist in promoting their overall dental health.
• The ideal candidate will have a passion for patient education and preventive care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform professional dental cleanings, scaling, and root planing procedures.
• Conduct thorough oral health assessments and screenings
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and preventive care techniques.
• Take and develop dental x-rays as needed.
• Administer fluoride treatments and apply dental sealants.
• Assist the dentist during dental procedures and provide chairside support.
• Maintain accurate patient records and treatment plans.
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment according to infection control protocols.

Education and Experience

• Degree in Dental Therapy from an accredited institution.
• 2-3 years experience in Dental therapy
• Valid license to practice as a Dental Hygienist
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, tools, and techniques, with a focus on periodontal therapy.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with patients of all ages.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of industry advancements and best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Health insurance.
• Pension
• Professional development opportunities.
• Leave

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and relevant experience to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.

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