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:
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:
Highcliffe and Christchurch Family Dentistry are family-run practices, both committed to fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and care with each of our patients. We believe that dentistry should combine exceptional clinical expertise with a personalised and compassionate approach, ensuring you feel valued and supported at every step of your journey with us.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm The Apprentice will work across 2 sites, Christchurch Family Dentistry and Highcliffe Family Dentistry. The practices are a 4 minutes’ drive from each other. All of our teamwork between the two sites.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Creative,Patience