Dental Therapist at Katsina State Hospital Services Management Board (KTHSMB)

Position: Dental Therapist
Department: Medical Services
Location: Katsina State, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Grade Level: 08
Salary: Public Sector Scale
Application Deadline: 6 October 2026

Job Description

The Dental Therapist will provide preventive and basic curative oral healthcare services within KTHSMB healthcare facilities. The role includes conducting oral examinations, providing preventive treatments, supporting simple restorative procedures and promoting oral health education.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct basic oral examinations and patient assessments.
• Perform scaling and polishing of teeth.
• Provide preventive treatments, including fluoride application and fissure sealants.
• Assist with simple restorative dental procedures under supervision.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate dental records and patient documentation.
• Follow infection prevention and control protocols.
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment.
• Support dentists and other dental professionals during procedures.
• Participate in community oral health outreach programmes.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Diploma in Dental Therapy or Oral Health.
• Valid professional registration/licence.
• Basic clinical and preventive dental skills.
• Good communication and patient-care skills.
• Relevant professional experience.

Documents Required

Applicants should have digital copies of the following ready before completing the application:

• Passport photograph (JPG/PNG).
• CV/Resume (PDF).
• All credentials compiled into one PDF document.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should complete the official KTHSMB online application form and upload the required documents.

Support & Enquiries

Email: recruitment@kthsmb.ng
Phone: +234 706 637 7161

Application Deadline: 6 October 2026