Dhulikhel Hospital Vacancy for Enumerator (Dental Hygienist/Dental Assistant)

Position: Enumerator (Dental Hygienist/Dental Assistant)
Number: Three

Qualification

• Nepalese Citizen with PCL Dental Science/Dental Hygiene from recognized institution.
• Preference will be given to those who have prior experience in health research and field work.

Required Competencies

• Experience in data collection, coordination and familiar to the dental related data collection application.
• Excellent communication skills in Nepali (verbal and written) and Maithili (preferred).
• Must be willing to work in field site based in Sarlahi for at least a year.
• Strong communication skills, ability to work in a rural field setting, work as a research team, and a high level of ethics regarding participant confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical and data collection training, which could occur in Dhulikhel, Kathmandu, and Sarlahi offices.
• Perform clinical periodontal examinations on study participants (pregnant women) as per the study protocol. Assess and record periodontal indices (e.g., pocket depth, clinical attachment loss, gingival inflammation).
• Collect oral plaque and gingival crevicular fluid as per study protocol in a sub-set of study participants.
• Maintaining accurate, detailed records of all clinical findings.
• Providing basic counselling and follow-up services as required.
• Perform other project-related activities as needed.
• Manage dental supplies and inventory required for data collection.
• Collaborate with the broader study field team to ensure dental assessments are integrated smoothly into the overall study workflow.

Job Type: Fixed Term Contract

Interested candidates are requested to submit their application with following documents to the “Human Resource Department” of Dhulikhel Hospital by August 31st, 2026 by 4pm (Nepal time). Late and incomplete application will not be considered. 

Required Documents

• Cover letter addressing to the Administrative Director.
• Updated resume with 2 references.
• Copy of:

Academic certificates (SEE and above).
Respective council registration certificates.
Citizenship card.

• Experience letters and other supporting documents for this position.
• Original copy of Bank Voucher of Rs. 500 (Five Hundred Only) Non-refundable.

Bank Account Name: DH– Research Project Account
Account Number: 4201017500834
Bank Name: Nabil Bank Ltd.

Selection Process: Only shortlisted candidates based on the documents provided will be notified for the further process.

Selection Method: Written, Interview or both.

Administrative Director