Dental Nurse Apprentice

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, taking payments and booking appointments

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

Health careers:

https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/

Employer Description:
The team at Bridgford Dental Practice extend a warm welcome to all our patients. We take pride in the quality of our treatment and seek to make your visits as pleasant as possible and to provide the highest standards in modern dental health care in a relaxed and informative atmosphere. Dating from the early 1900’s Bridgford Dental Practice is possibly the oldest dental practice in Nottingham. The Practice moved to West Bridgford in the 1970’s when its original location in Arkwright Street was redeveloped. The practice has been completely refurbished with state-of-the-art equipment as befits a leading 21st century practice.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. This is not the exact shifts but they will fall between these time frames.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience