About the Role
The Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex (OAUTHC), a premier federal tertiary health institution in Nigeria with a rich history dating back to 1971, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Technologist to join our dynamic healthcare team. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, advanced medical training, and innovative health research. This career opportunity is ideal for a professional looking to build a rewarding healthcare career within a reputable public institution.
Key Responsibilities- Design, construct, alter, and repair dental devices, dentures, crowns, bridges, and orthodontic appliances according to professional prescriptions.
- Collaborate closely with dental surgeons and medical staff to ensure accurate fabrication of dental prostheses.
- Maintain and operate specialized laboratory equipment with strict adherence to safety and hygiene protocols.
- Manage inventory of dental laboratory materials and ensure timely requisition of supplies.
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure quality control standards are met across all assigned laboratory procedures.
- Candidates must possess a minimum of a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Dental Technology from a recognized institution.
- Must provide evidence of completion of, exemption from, or exclusion of the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge certificate.
- Possession of a current practicing license issued by the relevant regulatory body in Nigeria.
- Strong attention to detail, excellent manual dexterity, and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Conditions of service are attractive and similar to those obtainable in the Federal Public Service and Federal Tertiary Health Institutions in Nigeria.
- Competitive remuneration structure based on CONHESS salary scale.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement within a leading teaching hospital complex.