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 practise 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 : https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/dental-nurse

Employer Description:
An Independent Dental Practice in the market town of Cockermouth. Our dedicated team are here to provide you with the highest standard of patient care in a friendly and relaxed setting. We offer all aspects of general dentistry.Our aim is to help you maintain a healthy smile for life. Our team is highly trained, allowing them to provide you with an excellent standard of clinical dentistry. Our preventative ethos means that we will advise you on how to reduce the need for invasive dental treatment. If we find that you have a problem that requires intervention, we will discuss the benefits of each available treatment so you can make an informed decision as to which is the right option for your particular needs.

Working Hours :
Monday – Thursday 8.30am -5.45pm, Friday 8am-5.15pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness