Dentists at Penda Health

Dentists at Penda Health – Penda Health Kenya Job Details

About Penda Health

Penda Health is a recognised healthcare provider operating a network of outpatient clinics across Nairobi and surrounding areas. The organisation delivers evidence-based medical services at accessible rates, with a reputation as one of Kenya’s best employers in the healthcare sector. Penda Health is currently recruiting dental professionals to join their clinical teams at multiple locations.

The organisation is expanding its dental services and seeking qualified dentists to work on a part-time basis. These roles offer the flexibility to maintain clinical practice while contributing to community-focused oral healthcare delivery.

Open Positions

Dentists at Penda Health are being recruited for the following clinic locations in and around Nairobi:

• Dentist – Kitengela
• Dentist – Umoja 1
• Dentist – Kimathi Street, CBD
• Dentist – Kahawa West

Key Responsibilities

Dentists at Penda Health will carry out the following duties across all clinic locations:

• Carry out thorough oral health examinations, identify dental pathology, and formulate individualised treatment plans that patients understand and feel confident about
• Execute a variety of clinical procedures aimed at restoring and protecting dental health
• Deliver clear, patient-focused guidance on preventive dental care and oral hygiene practices
• Collaborate with Community Oral Health Officers and other clinical staff members to strengthen service delivery across the clinic team
• Train and support junior dental personnel, including Community Oral Health Officers, to develop their clinical skills
• Maintain strict adherence to infection control protocols, regulatory standards, and clinical quality measures
• Participate in community dental outreach activities that bring oral healthcare access to underserved populations

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree from an accredited university
• Valid registration and active practising licence with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC)
• Minimum one year of clinical experience working in a dental practice setting
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and help anxious or apprehensive patients feel at ease during treatment
• Experience or willingness to mentor junior clinical staff and contribute to their professional development
• Strong commitment to patient safety and ethical dental practice standards
• Flexibility to work part-time hours that align with your other professional commitments

What to Expect

• Part-time employment structure, allowing you to balance clinical work with other professional interests or commitments
• Work within modern clinic facilities equipped to deliver quality preventive and restorative dental care
• Opportunity to work with a team-focused clinical environment where your expertise directly contributes to improved patient outcomes and staff development
• These Dentists at Penda Health positions in Nairobi are open to qualified candidates on a rolling basis. Click Apply below to submit your application.