Rachel Sipiya Mahoto
Windhoek, Khomas ,Namibia
Summary
Dedicated dentist and dental technologist experienced in practising dentistry in coordination with highly skilled staff. Expertise includes treatment plans for patients with tooth decay and various oral diseases and issues. Committed to providing personalised patient care through quality service and communication. Accommodating when helping patients overcome dental fears by displaying patience and compassion. Always eager to deliver exceptional patient care. Offers successful record of dental education and training. Proactive and empathetic communicator with high-level problem-solving skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Dentist
MOHSS
Windhoek, Namibia
05.2023 - Current
- I perform dental procedures, including extractions, community outreach work, restorative work, prosthetics and maxillofacial procedures
- Delivery of continuous development activities to staff
- Establish policies and procedures for dental practice team, informed employees of guidelines and supervised daily work.
- Collaborate with staff members to provide quality care standards to patients.
- Advise on post-operative care and preventive measures for optimal oral health.
- Develop patient-focused dental care plans, building and establishing loyal and satisfied client base.
- Communicate one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
- Manage patient records and maintain confidentiality in accordance with regulations.
Dental Technologist
Intergrated Dental Holdings
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Created partial or full dentures to replace partial or total loss of teeth.
- Constructed mouth guards
- Completed repairs on various types of apparatus, monitoring work closely to maintain accuracy and meet patient needs.
- Constructed mouth and teeth models from impressions of patient's mouth
- Received and documented prescriptions for devices and appliances.
- Monitored supply inventory and ordered more items ahead of schedule to prevent lost time.
- Read prescriptions and determined design of dental products to be developed.
Dental Technologist
Labtech Dental Laboratory
Windhoek, Namibia
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Gathered design and fabrication data from patient casts and impressions.
- Fabricated removable partial dentures and full dentures
- Fabricated removable orthodontic appliances
- Received and documented prescriptions for devices and appliances.
- Repaired and modified and medical and dental prosthetic and supportive devices.
- Worked within a multi disciplinary team to deliver quality patient work
Dental Technologist
Ministry of Health and Social Services
Keetmanshoop, Karas , Namibia
10.2014 - 02.2018
- Gathered design and fabrication data from patient casts and impressions.
- Fabricated full and partial dentures
- Repaired dentures
- Prioritized equipment preventive maintenance schedules to decrease lab costs and avoid downtimes.
- Monitored supply inventory and ordered more items ahead of schedule to prevent lost time.
- Worked safely with thermoplastic and thermosetting materials and metal alloys.
- Identified factors affecting appliance fit and made recommendations for resolution.
- Received and documented prescriptions for devices and appliances.
- Maintained dental laboratory records and prepared reports on laboratory activities.
- Guided patients in understanding prosthetic limitations and ongoing maintenance.
- Used hand and power tools to carefully assemble appliances to defined tolerances.
- Stayed current on processes and procedures to offer relevant assistance.
Dental Technologist
Laminin Dental Laboratory
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia
05.2014 - 09.2014
- Maintained dental laboratory records and prepared reports on laboratory activities.
- Created full and partial dentures and constructed mouth guards, crowns and bridgework.
- Completed repairs on various types of apparatus, monitoring work closely to maintain accuracy and meet patient needs.
- Constructed mouth and teeth models from impressions of patient's mouth taken by dentists.
- Received and documented prescriptions for devices and appliances.
- Tested and evaluated prosthetics for proper fit, function and comfort.
Education
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
University of Namibia
NamibiaBachelor of Technology - Dental Technology
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
South Africa National Diploma - Dental Technology
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa HIGCSE - Grade 12
Windhoek High School
Windhoek, Khomas, NamibiaIGCSE - Grade 12
Windhoek High School
Windhoek, Khomas, NamibiaCertificate - Entrepreneurship
YALI Regional Leadership Center
Skills
- Vast Knowledge in clinical and technical dental procedures
- Safety procedure compliance
- Leadership
- Knowledge of infection control protocols
- Team building
- Time management
- ICT material development
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Upper intermediate
Silozi
Upper intermediate
Leadership and Programmes
- Member of the Professional's Council- HPCNA: Allied Health Professions Council (2019-2023)
- Peer Educator at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (2012-2014)
- Peer Counsellor at University of Namibia (2007-2008)
References
- Dr I Nilenge
MOHSS Intermediate Hospital Katutura
061 203 4080
- Dr J Ruta
University of Namibia
0833333000
- Mr E Pottie
Intergrated Dental Holdings
0815740278
- Dr R Nangolo
MOHSS - Keetmanshoop District Hospital
063 2201963
- Mr M Mazema
CPUT
+2721 9595571
Timeline
Dentist
MOHSS
05.2023 - Current
Dental Technologist
Intergrated Dental Holdings
02.2023 - 05.2023
Dental Technologist
Labtech Dental Laboratory
05.2019 - 07.2019
Dental Technologist
Ministry of Health and Social Services
10.2014 - 02.2018
Dental Technologist
Laminin Dental Laboratory
05.2014 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
University of Namibia
Bachelor of Technology - Dental Technology
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
National Diploma - Dental Technology
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
HIGCSE - Grade 12
Windhoek High School
IGCSE - Grade 12
Windhoek High School
Certificate - Entrepreneurship
YALI Regional Leadership Center
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