Dental Therapist - Abuja 2 open positions at EHA Clinics

Job Title: Dental Therapist - Abuja 2 open positions at EHA Clinics

Date Posted: 10th February, 2026.

Expiry Date: N/A

About the Job

To deliver exceptional dental care by bridging the gap between advanced dental services and our patients, through personalized treatment, innovative practices, and a commitment to excellence. Our mission is to enhance oral health and wellbeing for all individuals in any setting—whether in-clinic, at home, or via our cutting-edge online and mobile solutions. As an integral part of EHA Clinics, we strive to embody the clinic's commitment to providing world-class healthcare, focusing on preventative care and the holistic wellbeing of our patients."

Your Job Description

PURPOSE

Extraction of mobile teeth in adults and deciduous teeth in children under local anesthesia.
Conduct pulpotomy, pulpectomy, and suture removal.
Take and interpret periapical and bitewing radiographs.
Administer local anesthesia using dentoalveolar infiltration, inferior dental nerve block, and topical local anesthesia.
Prepare cavities and restore both temporary and permanent teeth.
Examine oral tissues and diagnose dental caries and recognize other abnormalities within the oral environment.
Perform gum massage procedures.
Conduct cheek and jaw exercises for patients indicated for them.
Perform teeth scaling and polishing procedures for all patients.
Carry out root planing, gingivectomy, desensitization of teeth, and apply fissure sealant and fluoride on teeth.
Take and interpret periapical and bitewing radiography.

ENGAGEMENT

Provide oral toileting and management for physically challenged, medically compromised patients, and other groups of patients with special needs, especially during admission.
Work with every other member of the dental and medical team to ensure optimal patient management and satisfaction, including assisting the Dentist with procedures when required.
Provide oral health education and awareness to schools, canteens, different organizations, and communities.
Participate in voluntary community health activities to promote, maintain, and restore health and prevent diseases.

DELIVERY

Follow up on patients and make appropriate referrals as necessary.
Disinfect the working area and wash/sterilize instruments as recommended by the clinic’s daily check routine.
Provide oral hygiene and dietary counseling to patients and give post-operation instructions.

The Job Requirements

Targeted Specialized Knowledge

A Higher National Diploma in Dental Therapy with 1-year medical internship OR Bachelor of Technology in Public Health Dental Therapy
Board registration and a valid current practicing license
HND in Dental Therapy >5 years experience
Additional certifications within work-related certifications

Remuneration:

EHA Clinics is committed to fair and competitive compensation for its employees. We want our team members in all locations to feel valued for their unique skills, expertise, and talents and remunerated accordingly, so we can attract and retain the best and most passionate people.

Key Areas of Note

Keep up to date with relevant medical research, technology, and evidence-based medical practice by attending continuing education courses and professional meetings, reading journals, etc.
Research unusual symptoms and treatment options, through consultation with physicians and other medical specialists.

Key Skills and Attributes

Computer literacy
Excellent communication and customer service
Caring, compassionate, dedicated, and professional
Working under pressure
Humane, empathetic, and supportive bedside manner
Leadership and teamwork
Problem solving and initiative
Time management and organization
Attention to detail

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can become louder at times due to group discussions or activities. EHA Clinics is a tobacco-free environment.

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