Dentist

Dentist

Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Department: Dental Clinic
Reports To: Head of Dental Services / Clinical Director
Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Overview:

We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Dentist to join our clinical team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality dental care, including preventive, restorative, and surgical treatments. You will play a key role in promoting oral health, diagnosing dental issues, and delivering patient-centered care in line with our hospitals standards and ethics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform thorough dental examinations and diagnose oral health issues.
  
  

• Carry out a wide range of dental procedures including fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, and cosmetic dentistry.
  
  

• Administer local anesthesia and perform minor oral surgeries as required.
  
  

• Counsel patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and post-procedure recovery.
  
  

• Maintain precise and confidential patient records using the hospital's documentation protocols.
  
  

• Ensure compliance with sterilization, infection control, and clinical safety procedures.
  
  

• Collaborate with dental assistants, hygienists, and other healthcare professionals.
  
  

• Stay current with new developments in dental medicine and technologies.
  
  

• Participate in clinical audits, quality assurance programs, and hospital-wide health initiatives.
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) or equivalent from an accredited institution.
  
  

• Full registration and valid practicing license with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
  
  

• Minimum of 23 years post-NYSC clinical experience in a hospital or dental clinic setting.
  
  

• Proficiency in a variety of dental procedures and the use of modern dental equipment.
  
  

• Strong diagnostic, clinical, and communication skills.
  
  

• Experience using dental management software is an added advantage.
  
  

Preferred Skills and Attributes:

• Professionalism and high ethical standards
  
  

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
  
  

• Ability to work under pressure and respond to dental emergencies
  
  

• Compassionate and patient-focused approach
  
  

• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
  
  

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
  
  

• Comprehensive health insurance and pension plan
  
  

• Funded opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
  
  

• Supportive, well-equipped, and multidisciplinary clinical environment
  
  

• Access to state-of-the-art dental technology and tools
  
  

• Paid annual leave and observance of public holidays
  
  

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter via email to:
https://www.mysigma.io/jobs/dentist-2/
Subject Line: Application for Dentist Abuja