Dental Nursing Apprenticeship Level 3

As a Dental Nurse, you are responsible for providing general chair side assistance to the Dentist while maintaining the day to day running requirements of the practice and its patients.

Some of the jobs listed below will be part of your day-to-day activity:

Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments Prepare the necessary materials and instruments Provide clinical assistance to the dentists and hygienists while treating the patient, under their supervision Take all reasonable methods to ensure patient comfort Continually interpret the needs of the patients and dentists or hygienists, and deal with them promptly and efficiently Building relationships with patients Proving patients with a high level of care Managing patient appointments Making sure all equipment is sterilised and ready before procedures and treatments Reception duties

Training:

Dental Nurse (integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

This course is delivered using a blended delivery model, an apprentice will spend 2 days per month at Bradford College undertaking classroom-based learning in addition to regular workplace assessments.

Upon successful completion of this apprenticeship, the apprentice will be awarded the following:

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing
Functional Skills in maths and English Level 2 (if applicable)

Training Outcome:

There are a range of post registration courses available for dental nurses looking to further their education.
They may include a range of higher education qualifications or other work-related education and training to support continuing professional development.
We will be offering oral health practitioner level 4 and practice manager level 4 as possible progressions once you have completed your dental nurse apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
John Muirhead’s team works in a friendly, caring & gentle manner to help people to achieve and maintain enduring healthy and attractive smiles. Our approach is to provide you with as much information about treatment options as you wish. Factors such as the cost, appearance and particularly the health and function of your teeth need to be considered and balanced, so that the best treatment solution can be determined. We will always offer you the best and most practical advice that we can, but ultimately the level of care and dental intervention is your choice.

Working Hours :
Monday 8:30 am–5:30 pm Tuesday 8:30 am–5:30 pm Wednesday 8:30 am–5:30 pm Thursday 8:30 am–5:30 pm Friday 8:30 am–5:30 pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience