Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians.
The role will also require working in other areas of the practice such as:
Reception
Dealing with patient queries
Answering the phone and greeting patients
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
Training:A dental nursing apprenticeship is a structured training program that combines practical experience with classroom learning. It typically includes:
Qualifications: Participants work towards a Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard and may need to achieve Functional Skills in English and maths
Training: Involves on-the-job training at a dental practice, alongside online study and weekly teaching sessions
Delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK
Assessment: Includes an End Point Assessment (EPA) to evaluate competency
Career Path: Prepares apprentices for professional registration with the General Dental Council (GDC) as qualified dental nurses.Overall, it provides a comprehensive pathway to a rewarding career in dental healthcare
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
Health careers:
https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/Employer Description:We are very proud to offer comprehensive NHS treatments in every one of our practices across the UK. In addition we provide private dental services, so whichever Rodericks practice you attend, you have the option to receive treatments on an NHS (within NHS regulations) or private basis.
We are committed to providing the best possible dentistry. Each member of our team is carefully selected, mentored and supervised to ensure we deliver the service you expect and deserve.Working Hours :Shifts will be based around practice working hours 9am-5:30pm and will include a later shift until 8pm on Tuesday or Wednesday.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...