Apprentice Dental Nurse

Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians.

The day to day duties of a dental nurse can span across all areas of the practice and can include:

Reception including answering the phone and greeting patients.
Dealing with patient queries.
Taking payments.
Booking appointments and follow ups.
Sterilising and preparing equipment for Dentists.
Recording and dealing with patient records.
Supporting patients wellbeing and dental experience.
Cleaning dental areas including chairs.
Managing stock of equipment and supplies.
Any other duties to support the Dentists and senior team to provide effective patient care.

Training:

This qualification is a level 3 advanced apprenticeship accredited by City & Guilds and is delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK. Upon achievement the apprentice will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3. Functional Skills English & Maths level 2 qualifications unless already exempt.

Training Outcome:

With experience you may be able to move into jobs like team manager, team leader or dental practice manager.

With further training you could become a dental therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work. You could also become a dental hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums.

You might decide to train as an orthodontic therapist helping dentists to improve the look and position of a patient's teeth.

For more information on Dental Careers : Please visit :https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/

Employer Description:
At Smiles Ahead, our entire team is dedicated to welcoming you and providing you with the highest quality care. Our dentists, dental nurses and hygienists, along with our friendly front of house team, care for you from your first phone call to completion of your treatment.

Working Hours :
Days and shifts to be confirmed; 4.5 days per week within these opening hours: Mon, Wed, Thu 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Tuesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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