Dental Nurse Apprentice

Carrying out infection control and decontamination procedures Recording dental charting carried out by clinicians Preparing, mixing and handling dental materials Providing chair-side support to dentists, therapists and hygienists throughout a range of dental procedures Providing support and reassurance to patients Providing administration support in making appointments, taking payments and dealing with paperwork An experienced dental nurse will use their knowledge of dentistry to anticipate what is needed during treatment sessions, a skill that is highly valued by the clinician

Training:
College lessons are delivered by Sandwell College in the workplace/online You will not be required to travel to the college site

You will be trained in the Extended City and Guilds Level 3 Dental Nurse apprenticeship standard, which includes:

Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing Emergency first aid in the workplace qualification at Level 3 End-Point Assessment (EPA)

Completion of this qualification will enable candidates to register with the GDC as a qualified dental nurse. The practice also offers a full in-house training programme to cover the practical aspects of the job role.

Training Outcome:

There are a wide range of opportunities available to enable registered dental nurses to extend their clinical duties and develop their knowledge and skills within particular areas of interest, for example:

Dental radiography Implant nursing Oral health education Sedation dental nursing Orthodontic dental nursing Special care dental nursing Oral surgery dental nursing Taking dental impressions The application of topical fluoride

Dental nurses may also progress onto university to become a dental hygienist/therapist.  

Employer Description:
Here at the Hermitage Dental Practice, we are committed to helping you look after your smile. We provide high quality routine treatments along with a wide range of cosmetic options, all provided in a relaxed and friendly environment. For adults dental care is provided privately, but we continue to provide for the dental needs of our child patients on the NHS.

Working Hours :
Full time hours including one late evening per week. Hours to be confirmed at interview.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness