Background

Thanthwe Medical Centre (TMC) in Lilongwe is expanding! We are a fast-growing private health facility committed to family-centred, patient-focused care.

Position Overview

The Dental Therapist will oversee day-to-day operations of the dental clinic, providing preventive and curative dental care in line with Thanthwe Medical Centre’s family-centred, quality-first approach. Services cover children and adults, with emphasis on both routine and advanced dental procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide preventive, restorative, and emergency dental care.
• Conduct oral examinations, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Manage traumatic injuries and gum diseases.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Perform procedures such as scaling, fillings, extractions, root canal therapy, crowns, and bridges.
• Undertake orthodontic therapy as per guidelines.
• Carry out advanced restorative procedures (veneers, dentures, adjustments, repairs).
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with clinic protocols.
• Conduct monthly equipment audits and ensure functionality of dental instruments.
• Implement infection prevention and control protocols.
• Report and address quality or safety concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with visiting dental therapists and surgeons for continuity of care.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Dental Therapy or Dental Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Valid license with the Medical Council of Malawi and proof of current registration.
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a busy clinic/hospital dental unit.
• Competence in common dental procedures and modern equipment.
• Added advantage: experience in orthodontics (braces, retainers, adjustments).
• Excellent patient care, communication skills in English and Chichewa, and compassionate attitude.
• High integrity, respect for confidentiality, and ability to work independently.

Working Hours

40 hours/week, 8:00am – 5:00pm, with flexibility for weekends.

• Provide preventive, restorative, and emergency dental care.
• Conduct oral examinations, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Manage traumatic injuries and gum diseases.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Perform procedures such as scaling, fillings, extractions, root canal therapy, crowns, and bridges.
• Undertake orthodontic therapy as per guidelines.
• Carry out advanced restorative procedures (veneers, dentures, adjustments, repairs).
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with clinic protocols.
• Conduct monthly equipment audits and ensure functionality of dental instruments.
• Implement infection prevention and control protocols.
• Report and address quality or safety concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with visiting dental therapists and surgeons for continuity of care.

• Excellent patient care
• Communication skills in English and Chichewa
• Compassionate attitude
• High integrity
• Respect for confidentiality
• Ability to work independently
• Competence in common dental procedures and modern equipment
• Experience in orthodontics (braces, retainers, adjustments) - added advantage

• Degree/Diploma in Dental Therapy or Dental Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Valid license with the Medical Council of Malawi and proof of current registration.