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:

A dental nursing apprenticeship is a structured training program that combines practical experience with classroom learning. It typically includes:

Qualifications: Participants work towards a Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard and may need to achieve Functional Skills in English and maths Training: Involves on-the-job training at a dental practice, alongside online study and weekly teaching sessions Delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK Assessment: Includes an End Point Assessment (EPA) to evaluate competency Career Path: Prepares apprentices for professional registration with the General Dental Council (GDC) as qualified dental nurses Overall, it provides a comprehensive pathway to a rewarding career in dental healthcare

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 Alpha Dental Care Chester-le-Street are a highly skilled and dedicated group of professionals who are committed to providing exceptional dental care. With their expertise in various areas of dentistry, they strive to ensure the utmost comfort and satisfaction of their patients. Their friendly and compassionate approach creates a warm and welcoming environment, fostering trust and building long-lasting relationships with those they serve. Patients can trust the team at Alpha Dental Care Chester-le-Street for comprehensive dental solutions delivered with precision and care.

Working Hours :
This is not the exact shifts but they will fall between these time frames: Monday, 9am - 5pm Tuesday 08:15am - 7pm Wednesday - Friday 08:15am - 5pm.

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