Apprentice Dental Nurse

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:
Parkfield Dental Surgery, Berrow is a purpose built 3 surgery practice. It is staffed by an experienced team supporting 4 dentists and 2 hygienists. The practice is situated on a health campus with a Doctor’s surgery pharmacy and large car park. The practice occupies a rural location with stunning views from each of the surgeries. Parkfield Dental is a friendly, family run, long established dental team, we offer a range of Private Dental treatments.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8.15am - 5.15pm.

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