Apprentice Dental Nurse

We are searching for a motivated, confident, bubbly and friendly individual to join our team.  

Below is a summary of the role of an apprentice Dental Nurse.  The training will be supported and supervised by the Practice Manager and other team members. This is what will ultimately be achieved. 

Employment duties: 

Assist dentist, hygienist or therapist by providing dental chairside support duties relevant to stage of competence under supervision of a named GDC registrant in accordance with the GDC guidance for trainee dental nurses  Work towards a nationally recognised qualification leading to the registration with the GDC  Follow all practice policies and procedures  Establish, promote and maintain productive working relationships with all of the dental team  Liaise with the practice manager on all matters concerning administration, pay and conditions  Assist with reception duties and perform other clerical duties if required  Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work 

Develop and demonstrate competence in: 

The chairside support procedures  The manipulation and application of dental materials across a range of dental treatment procedures  Knowledge and application of a wide range of dental instruments and equipment relevant for dental procedures  Decontamination and preparation of treatment rooms for a range of dental procedures  Decontamination of dental devices using appropriate practice decontamination equipment after receiving the necessary vaccinations  Decontamination equipment maintenance in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions  Waste segregation and disposal in accordance with the practice policies and procedures  Use of the practice computer and X-ray systems  Completion of laboratory request forms and keeping records of all items sent, received and fitted  Checking that all necessary laboratory work is returned and ready for each session 

Provide patient support by: 

Liaising with reception over appointments for each patient  Escorting patients from the waiting room to the surgery, confirming the patient’s medical history is up-to-date and communicating to the dentist or hygiene therapist any change in medical history or problems that he/she has noted  Monitoring, supporting and reassuring patients  Supporting the patient and colleagues if there is an emergency 
Providing appropriate advice to patients 

Training Outcome:
Dental Nursing can lead to several post qualifications including radiology, oral health education and further education to become a dental hygiene therapist  You will learn how to become a fantastic dental nurse which will in turn open opportunities to further your career within dentistry 

Employer Description:
White Friars House is a long established, family dental practice located in the heart of historic Chester. Based in a wonderful Georgian building and staffed with a team of superb dentists, the practice has been looking after many generations of patients and their families. It is believed that dentistry started in that building back in 1859! The team at the practice are immensely proud to be able to offer contemporary, family dental care in a modern environment, while maintaining the character and history of White Friars House.

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday 8:30-17:00 (1 hour lunch), Friday 8:30 - 16:00 (30 min Lunch).

Skills:
Non judgemental,Patience,Customer Care,Practical,Dexterity,Empathetic,Friendly,Polite,Confident,Hard Working