Dental Surgeon

Company Overview

A reputable healthcare organization dedicated to delivering quality healthcare services and promoting improved patient outcomes is seeking a qualified, experienced, and patient-focused Dental Surgeon to join its team.

To support its commitment to excellent oral healthcare, the organization is looking for a competent professional with strong clinical skills, sound medical judgment, and a passion for providing comprehensive dental care in a professional healthcare environment.

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Position Summary

The Dental Surgeon will be responsible for diagnosing, preventing, and treating diseases and conditions affecting the teeth, gums, and other structures of the oral cavity. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive dental examinations, develop appropriate treatment plans, perform dental procedures, and educate patients on preventive oral healthcare practices.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate excellent clinical competence, strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to patient safety, ethical practice, and quality healthcare delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive dental examinations, diagnose oral health conditions, and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Perform dental procedures, including scaling and polishing, fillings, extractions, and other routine treatments within the scope of professional competence.
• Manage common dental conditions and provide appropriate care for dental emergencies.
• Request and interpret relevant diagnostic investigations, including dental radiographs, where indicated.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive dental care, nutrition, and appropriate aftercare.
• Monitor patients progress and provide follow-up care as required.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential patient records.
• Ensure strict adherence to infection prevention, sterilization, and patient safety protocols.
• Ensure dental instruments, equipment, and the clinical environment are properly maintained and hygienic.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
• Monitor dental supplies and report equipment maintenance or replacement needs.
• Adhere to professional ethics, clinical guidelines, and applicable healthcare regulations.
• Participate in clinical meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and continuing professional development activities.
• Perform other relevant clinical duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) or an equivalent recognized dental qualification.
• Current registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) and a valid practicing license.
• Relevant clinical experience in general dentistry; previous experience in a hospital, dental clinic, or private practice is an advantage.
• Demonstrated competence in dental examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, and routine dental procedures.
• Strong knowledge of infection prevention, sterilization, and clinical safety standards.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient counselling skills.
• Strong clinical judgment, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and respect for patient confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to continuing professional development and evidence-based dental practice.

Working Hours

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their updated CV and a cover letter highlighting their qualifications, clinical experience, and suitability for the role to [email protected], using Dental Surgeon as the email subject.

Application Deadline: October 20, 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pay: ₦250,000.00 - ₦300,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person