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 practice 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 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 appearance and position of a patient's teeth.

For more information on Dental Careers, please visit: https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/

Employer Description:
We have worked hard to build a reputation as one of the most respected and highest rated dental clinics in Peterborough, thanks to our team of elite dentists who have obtained an unparalleled collection of dental knowledge and skills, allowing us to offer outstanding dental care for all your oral health needs under one roof.

Working Hours :
40 hours between: Monday: 9:00am – 5:30pm, Tuesday: 9:00am – 5:30pm, Wednesday: 9:00am – 5:30pm, Thursday: 9:00am – 5:30pm, Friday: 9:00am – 5:30pm.

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