Oral Hygienist (2 year contract) (AD.10.4)

DescriptionJob Title Oral Hygienist (2 year contract) Location Johannesburg,ZA Organization Name School of Oral Health Sciences Department DescriptionSCHOOL: ORAL HEALTH SCIENCESPOSITION: ORAL HYGIENIST (2 year development post)Based at Wits Zola Dental ClinicGrade: AD.10Staff Category: Professional and Administrative StaffDescription:The School of Oral Health Sciences in the Faculty of Health Sciences of the University of the Witwatersrand educates and trains oral health professionals in collaboration with the Gauteng Department of Health. Being one of a few oral health training institutions in South Africa, the School prides itself in graduating world-class oral health professionals every year.The School invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for appointment to the position of Oral Hygienist. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of appropriate clinical supervision of oral hygiene students and to conduct research under supervision and render oral health services on the Extended Training Platform (ETP). Furthermore, the incumbent will determine the need for and render oral health promotion activities and clinical services in his/her designated area to individual patients and thereby communities and relevant stakeholders.Brief DescriptionRequirements: Diploma / Degree in Oral Hygiene from an accredited institution Registration with the HPCSA in the category independent practice, and proof of current registration Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience Driver’s licence is a requirement Knowledge of and skills in clinical oral hygiene to provide professional treatment for the patient Experience in supervising and assessing students in clinical environments is an advantage Understanding of current health and public service legislation, regulations and policies; including related to training of students Report writing skills are an advantage Good interpersonal and communication skillsDuties: Provide a comprehensive array of assessment and treatment procedures within the Oral Hygienist scope of practice Clinically supervise and assess Oral Hygiene students Practice and maintain infection control standards, in addition ensure adherence to strict quality control measures Provide reports of student outreach/ETP and clinical activities Monitor and ensure correct use of oral hygiene equipment by all students and staff. Participate in student outreach activities and service learning projects. Participate and facilitate in continuous professional development (CPD) as required by HPCSA Ensure client’s rights and patients’ rights as per National Patients’ Rights Charter and Batho Pele PrinciplesDetailed Description Job Requirements Additional Details How To ApplyClosing date: 16 November 2025To Apply: Please submit the following documents on http://www.wits.ac.za/vacancies/ or for internal applicants https://irec.wits.ac.zaSubmit All The Following Documents With Your Application: Covering letter outlining your interest and suitability for this particular position Detailed CV, including contact details Names, telephone numbers and email addresses of 3 referees Certified copies of degrees/diplomas Certified copy of registration with HPCSA and current membership Certified copy of ID and driver’s licenseIt is compulsory to answer the assessment test questions as part of your online application.Please Note:Only applications via the website will be considered for shortlisting. An interview will form part of the selection process.NB: The University will seek confidential referee reports for all shortlisted candidates. At least one referee must be the candidate’s current or most recent immediate supervisor or line manager. No appointment will be made without the receipt and satisfactory consideration of the required referee reports. By applying for this post the Applicant acknowledges that their personal information will be processed by the University. The Applicant, by their conduct in proceeding with an application for this position, gives their consent to the processing of their personal information as required by the University’s Recruitment, Selection and Appointment Policy. Such processing includes logging their information on the University’s recruitment systems, conducting necessary background and reference checks including disciplinary and/or criminal records, and disclosing their personal information to university employees identified to take part in the selection and recruitment process. The Applicant consents to any processing of their personal information as may be required. The confidentiality of the Applicant's personal information will be maintained.The University is committed to employment equity. Preference will be given to appointable applicants from the designated South African groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment, to re-advertise, and to verify all information provided by candidates. Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise. Minimum Salary Maximum Salary Currency Amount of Travel Work At Home