Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Orthodontist
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Contract
Reports To: Clinic Manager
Job Summary
- Responsible for diagnosing, preventing, correcting, and treating dental malocclusions, misaligned teeth and jaws to help patients achieve optimal oral health and aesthetic results using a range of fixed and removable appliances.
- You will work collaboratively with our general dentists, hygienists, and support staff to deliver comprehensive and customized orthodontic care for children, teens, and adults.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform detailed orthodontic assessments, including diagnostic records, X-rays, 3D Scans and imagining, and Photographs
- Examine patients to assess dental and jaw development, misalignment, and treatment needs.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans using traditional braces, clear aligners (e.g., Invisalign), retainers, and other orthodontic appliances
- Educate patients and guardiancies on oral hygiene, appliance care and treatment expectations, maintenance and use of orthodontic devices
- Collaborate with general dentists and other specialist within the clinic for integrated treatment planning.
- Monitor treatment progress and make necessary adjustments to appliances.
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with dental regulations and safety standards.
- Stay informed about new technologies and techniques in orthodontics and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
Education And Experience
- High school diploma with courses in Biology, Chemistry, Health Sciences or related fields with degree in Dental Surgery or Dental Medicine.
- Completion of a certified dental lab technology program, Dental certification and license/ Orthodontic certification.
- Minimum of 2years of clinical orthodontic practice
- Experience with clear aligner systems (e.g. Invisalign)
- Proficiency in digital orthodontics and 3D treatment planning
- Knowledge of dental anatomy and terminology
- Sound knowledge of the legal and regulatory standards in dental care
- Team Collaboration
- Experience working in a dental lab setting
- Detail-oriented with good manual dexterity
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.