Dental Officer

ECHS Polyclinic (under Ministry of Defence, Government of India)
Full Time
₹95000 per month
Bhuj
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Dental Officer

ECHS Polyclinic (under Ministry of Defence, Government of India)

Job description

Are you looking for a government healthcare opportunity in dentistry? Check out this contractual vacancy for a Dental Officer at ECHS Polyclinic, Bhuj, Gujarat, under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India.

 Company Description 

The Ministry of Defence, Government of India is responsible for India’s defence establishment and the welfare of serving and retired Armed Forces personnel. Its Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) provides comprehensive healthcare to ex-servicemen pensioners and their qualifying dependants through polyclinics and empanelled hospitals to make medical services accessible across India by hiring Medical Officers.

 Job Summary 

ECHS Polyclinic, Bhuj invites applications for one contractual Dental Officer post. The post is open to individuals having BDS degree from a recognized institute with at least 5 years of experience after internship. The selected individuals shall be paid a fixed compensation of Rs.95,000 per month. The initial engagement is for a period of 12 months with preference given for ex-servicemen. Selected candidates must complete 10 days of mandatory On-the-Job Training (OJT) and obtain a certificate from the Officer-in-Charge of the Polyclinic before signing the contract. The OJT period is unpaid and must be completed before assuming charge.

 Key Responsibilities 

  • Examine patients, assess oral health conditions, identify dental problems and recommend appropriate treatment plans.

  • The Dental Officer must perform routine dental procedures, including restorations, extractions, scaling and other treatments within the scope of professional practice.

  • Educate patients about oral hygiene, preventive dental practices and appropriate measures to maintain long-term oral health.

  • Dental Officer should maintain accurate patient records, treatment histories, prescriptions and clinical documentation.

  • Follow sterilisation protocols, maintain dental equipment hygiene and adhere to infection prevention and clinical safety standards.

 Educational Qualification 

  • Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree with minimum five years of work experience is required for the Dental Officer post.

 Skills Required 

  • Ability to examine patients, identify dental conditions, interpret clinical findings and formulate appropriate treatment plans.

  • Dental Officer should be proficient in performing routine dental procedures while maintaining clinical accuracy and patient safety.

  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, explain treatment options, address concerns and provide appropriate dental advice.

  • Knowledge of sterilisation techniques, infection prevention protocols and accurate maintenance of clinical records is required by the Dental Officer.

  • Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, maintain patient confidentiality and uphold professional standards.

 Salary Structure 

  • Monthly remuneration of Dental Officer is ₹95,000 (fixed).

  • This is a contractual appointment and not a permanent central government position.

 Career Development 

As an ECHS Dental Officer, you will get an opportunity to work within a healthcare establishment operating under the Ministry of Defence. You’ll get experience to government healthcare administration, veteran healthcare and multidisciplinary clinical practice. This experience can open prospects in public health, hospital administration, government health care programs, medical consultation, clinical leadership and health care management.

 How to Apply 

  • Visit our job portal and search for Dental Officer listing.

  • Download and complete the prescribed application form.

  • Attach self-attested photocopies of educational qualification and work-experience certificates.

  • Submit the completed application in duplicate to: OIC, ECHS Cell, Station Headquarters, Bhuj, Kutch, Gujarat.

  • Last date of application: 10 November 2026, by 14:00 hours.

  • Applications received after the stipulated deadline will not be accepted.


 Interview Details 

  • Interview date: 12 November 2026.

  • Reporting time: 09:00 AM.

  • Interview time: 10:00 AM.

  • Venue: Station HQ, ECHS Cell, Bhuj.

  • Candidates must bring original educational certificates, mark sheets, degree/diploma/course certificates, work-experience certificates, discharge book, PPO, service records and two recent passport-size colour photographs.

  • No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the interview.

 
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Employment Type: Full Time
Industry: Healthcare
Role Category: Dentist
Application: External (Company Site)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Key Skills

DentistGovernment
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