Dentist / Public Health Dental Officer

Job Opportunity — Uganda Martyrs' Hospital (UMH), Diocese of Jinja

A newly established state-of-the-art Private Not for Profit (PNFP) teaching and research hospital in Jinja City, founded by the Catholic Diocese of Jinja — healing body, mind, and spirit while serving both affluent and vulnerable communities without discrimination.

Job Title: Dentist / Public Health Dental Officer (1 Position)

Department: Medical | Reports to: Medical Superintendent

Main Purpose of the Job: To diagnose and treat oral health issues, perform procedures like fillings and root canals, and educate patients on oral hygiene.

Key Outputs: - Patients diagnosed, treated, and properly managed for oral conditions. - Oral health education and promotion campaigns executed for patients and communities. - Dental unit activities planned, budgeted, and reported periodically. - Junior staff and trainees supervised, mentored, and appraised. - Dental equipment functional, safely maintained, and accounted for. - Professional medical ethics and standards enforced.

Key Activities: - Clinical Diagnosis & Treatment: Conduct oral examinations, interpret dental X-rays, execute tooth extractions, perform root canal therapies, and apply dental restorations (fillings). - Patient & Community Education: Deliver health talks on proper oral hygiene, dietary habits, and preventative practices during clinic visits or community outreaches. - Unit Administration: Requisition for dental materials and tools, monitor equipment safety, and compile monthly data reports for health authorities. - Referrals & Collaboration: Manage dental emergencies and refer complex cases to regional referral hospitals. - Staff Supervision & Training: Impart clinical skills to intern nurses, junior dental assistants, or public health students attached to the facility.

Qualifications & Experience: - Bachelor's Degree in Dentistry (BDS) or Diploma from a recognized learning institution. - Must be registered with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council (UMDPC) and hold a valid practicing license. - At least 2 years of clinical experience.