Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

Able to undertake reception duties from time to time in needs to the business Provide clinical and non-clinical support to the dentist and your dental team Follow instruction from your clinical and non-clinical lead, employer and tutor Prepare and maintain the clinical environment, including equipment Carry out infection control procedures and adhere to waste management protocols Record dental charting and note taking to a degree that is seen as competent in a court of law Prepare, mix, order, store dental materials Handle biomaterials safely Chairside support during treatment sessions Keep full records of, patient records, own study requirements and achievements, sterilisation and waste Prepare and check: patients, equipment and dental records for dental radiology Process and store dental radiographs Monitor, support and reassure patients in a friendly manner Give appropriate patient post. op. and prevention advice by means of face to face, telephone, practice letters, e mails and website sources Support the patient and family and colleagues during a medical emergency Understand the roles of and apply the guidance of: the department of health, NHS England and the CQC Understand the rules, regulations and restrictions of the NHS, private dentistry and Denplan

Training:
Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard 1 day per week training in Newcastle 

Training Outcome:
Depending on applicant’s keenness to learn Prospects in Oral Hygiene NVQ level 4, Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy

Employer Description:
A dedicated dental practice providing you and your family with the very best dental care in a compassionate and caring environment.

Working Hours :
Monday – Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm.

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