Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians.

The role will also require working in other areas of the practice such as:

Reception. Dealing with patient queries. Answering the phone and greeting patients. 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.

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:
Welcome To Hadley Green It is our passion to give our patients that extra care and preventative dental service and guidance, to help keep you smiling and keep your mouth healthy. Based in Barnet, literally opposite the green(Hadley Green), we like to think we are able to provide you with a relaxed and peaceful experience when you visit us. With a rich history dating back to the 14th Century Hadley Green has long served the community. Our quaint building, more reminiscent of a coach house, has served as a dental practice for over 20 years. There is something to be said for being able to sit on the green for 5 minutes either before your dental appointment, or being able to take a 3 min stroll down the road and observe the ducks and birds swimming in the pond on the south side of the green. We are proud to serve Barnet, Whetstone, Hertfordshire and North London from this lovely leafy location. With parking available within a short walk of the practice, and all surgeries being on the ground floor, we like to think that we bring a nice experience to your regular dental visit

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday shifts tbc based around practice opening hours.

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