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Education
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Dillon Manuel

Dillon Manuel

Grade 2 Dentist
Knysna

Summary

Dynamic Grade 2 Dentist with over 5 years of middle management experience overseeing two Sub-districts within the Rural East ecosystem, specifically Knysna and Bitou. Expertise in clinical service delivery and health program coordination is complemented by a proven track record in primary healthcare preventative planning, outreach initiatives, and the implementation of cost-effective healthcare programs. Strategic leadership in oral health coordination, professional ethics, and policy development ensures alignment with district-level strategic goals. A unique blend of clinical acumen, administrative proficiency, and a commitment to training initiatives drives enhanced service delivery throughout the healthcare system.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Dentist Knysna/Bitou Subdistrict

Knysna Provincial Hospital
01.2021 - Current
  • Currently employed as the only full-time dentist in the Knysna/Bitou sub-district.
  • Planned and executed preventative oral health programs across Knysna/Bitou sub-districts.
  • Increased service points (through innovation), increasing accessibility for rural patients. (From 3 dental sites 8 dental sites)
  • Coordinated and implemented outreach and off-site dental services, ensuring cost-effective delivery.
  • Provided leadership in policy and SOP development aligned with district strategic objectives.
  • Facilitated clinical training sessions and mentorship for my staff members.
  • Promoted professional ethics, stakeholder collaboration, and multidisciplinary engagement.
  • Led administrative functions including meeting facilitation, service reporting, and data analysis.
  • Examine oral cavity by using dental equipment and x-rays. Diagnose dental conditions and plan oral health care in consultation with patients.
  • Provide preventative care by giving oral health care instructions and education.
  • Restoration of carious teeth by placing fillings where need and extracting non restorable teeth.
  • Perform surgical operations of the mouth, teeth, jaws and related structures.
  • Treat diseases of the gum, tooth nerves and root canals.
  • Refer where needed to specialist.

Senior Dental Practitioner Sarah Baartman District

Eastern cape department of Health
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Employed as general senior dental practitioner
  • Implemented oral health policies and guidelines in clinical settings.
  • Participated in training and upskilling initiatives for healthcare workers.
  • Engaged in administrative planning and reporting to align with provincial health objectives.

Community Service at Worcester Community Day Hospital

Western cape Department of health
01.2016 - 01.2017

Employed as Community dental practitioner

Undergraduate student Bachelor of Dental surgery

University of Western cape
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Awarded prize in Community Outreach
  • This prize was awarded to the student that made an exceptional contribution in the faculty’s community outreach programs.
  • Responsibilities included enhancing and advancing the oral health structure by delivering services and liaising with the university co-coordinators where the needs were for these oral health services. Working in a team; understanding the holistic approach, assisting with rendering services to these underserved communities.

Education

Master of Science - Maxillo-facial and Oral surgery

Wits University
Johannesburg

Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Community dentistry

University of The Western Cape
Cape Town
01.2016

National Senior Certificate - Health Science Field (Life Science, Physical Science and Mathematics)

Worcester Gymnasium
Worcester
01.2013

Skills

  • Clinical Service Delivery & Preventative Planning

  • Outreach & Off-site Program Implementation

  • Administration & Oral Health Coordination

  • Leadership in Policy & SOP Design

  • Strategic Planning & Cost-effective Program Delivery

  • Training Facilitation & Professional Ethics

  • Stakeholder Engagement & Multidisciplinary Collaboration

  • Competent in all aspects of clinical dentistry (within the scope of dental practitioner)

  • Health care strategy implementation

  • Proficient in digital media tools

  • Proficient verbal and written communicator

References

F, Potgieter, Dr, Francois.Potgieter@westerncape.gov.za, 0828912519, Knysna Provincial Hospital, Clinical manager

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 9303185067088
  • Disability: No
  • Ethnicity: Coloured
  • Criminal Record: No
  • ID Number: 9303185067088
  • Date of Birth: 1993-03-18
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: South African
  • Driving License: Yes

Computer Literacy

Good, Good, Good, Good

Testimonials

  • Dr F Potgieter, Clinical manager, Knysna Provincial Hospital, 0828912519, Francois.Potgieter@westerncape.gov.za
  • Dr PZ Madikizela-Tukani, Chief Dentist, Sarah Baartman district, 049 893 0049 / 072 280 8810, pzmadikizela@gmail.com
  • Dr R Maart, Head of Department: Prosthodontics, University of Western Cape, 021 936 3181, Rmaart@uwc.ac.za
  • Dr HF Moller, Supervisor, Graaff-Reinet CHC, 049 893 0049, heinrichfmoller@gmail.com

Permanent Citizenship

South African

Cell Phone Number

0815538509

Tax Number

2024589166

Persal Number

56390858

Hpcsa Number

DP0110990

Professional Body

Yes

Terminated Employment

No

Timeline

Dentist Knysna/Bitou Subdistrict

Knysna Provincial Hospital
01.2021 - Current

Senior Dental Practitioner Sarah Baartman District

Eastern cape department of Health
01.2017 - 01.2021

Community Service at Worcester Community Day Hospital

Western cape Department of health
01.2016 - 01.2017

Undergraduate student Bachelor of Dental surgery

University of Western cape
01.2011 - 01.2015

Master of Science - Maxillo-facial and Oral surgery

Wits University

Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Community dentistry

University of The Western Cape

National Senior Certificate - Health Science Field (Life Science, Physical Science and Mathematics)

Worcester Gymnasium
Dillon ManuelGrade 2 Dentist