Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

Chair side dental clinical assistance during dental surgery
including aspiration, mixing of dental materials and monitoring
of patients Recognition of, and assistance in, medical emergencies Preparation of dental surgeries and instruments Clinical cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation of dental
surgeries and instruments Appropriate handling and disposal of clinical, hazardous and
special waste including infected materials, blood and other
body fluids, teeth and mercury Ensure continuous personal immunisation against Hepatitis B
and other infectious diseases relevant to dentistry General cleaning and maintaining of the surgeries and practice Support patients and their family's emotional needs before,
during and after dental treatment Maintain patient and staff confidentiality Ensure patient’s records are accurate and that they are
regularly updated as patients visit the practice Making, cancelling and altering appointments face-to-face and
by letter and telephone Reminding patients of their appointments by letter, telephone,
email or text message Preparing patients’ accounts and collecting money Comply with all relevant legislation, especially in respect to
GDC Take an active role in team communications and meetings Maintain smart uniform appearance and appropriate
personal hygiene

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

Training Outcome:
Offer of continued employment (permanent contract) will be
made on successful completion of the apprenticeship
qualification

Employer Description:
I Like My Smile Wallsend provide high quality dentistry in a caring, comfortable environment.

Working Hours :
Typically between Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm, with the appropriate unpaid break each day (normally 1 hour lunch).

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