Apprentice Dental Nurse

Duties will include:

Greeting patients

Chair side assistance to the dentist during restorative and surgical procedures

Record patient’s clinical notes in computer

Clean and prepare surgery between patients

Clean used instruments after patients

You will assist with reception when necessary and routine clerical task: handling payments, booking appointments, answering phone Attend Charles Clifford Dental Hospital Sheffield one day per week for the duration of the apprenticeship to study: Dental anatomy, Oral diseases, medical emergencies, dental radiography and sterilisation You will learn about oral health promotion and preventative dentistry techniques Some units will focus on patient care and management and you will cover legal and ethical issues

Training:
Apprentice Standard Dental Nurse Level 3 includes End Point Assessment 1 day per week attendance Charles Clifford Dental Hospital Sheffield Assessment Interview, coursework and examinations Qualification L3 Diploma in Dental Nursing

Training Outcome:

Successful and aspiring candidates will be required to pass the end point assessment to complete their apprenticeship and enable their registration with the General Dental Council as a qualified dental nurse. 

Employer Description:
Providing friendly, high-quality NHS and private dentistry for the whole family in Sheffield.

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday 8.45am to 6.00pm. Friday 8.45 to 2.30pm, 1 Hour Lunch.

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