Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

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:
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

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

Employer Description:

As soon as you walk into our dental practice you will be made to feel at home. Nestling in the centre of the market town of Northallerton in North Yorkshire, we endeavour to make every visit as comfortable and relaxing as possible. Nothing is more important to us than seeing satisfied, happy patients time and time again. We love to take the time to get to know you and your family and understand any dental concerns that you may have. After all, it’s our job to help eliminate these concerns.

All of the team at Hampsteads pride themselves on providing a first class, personalised service. We actually listen to what you really want. If you are nervous please don’t be. We aim to immediately allay your fears.

With our professional guidance and expertise not only can you can create your perfect smile; you can maintain it for many years to come. Over recent years we have invested in state of the art technology such as digital X-rays, the VelScope for oral cancer screening and iTero digital scanning to give you the very best experience and provide exceptional patient care.

We provide dental treatment for adults and children including General Dentistry, Cosmetic Smile Makeovers, Teeth Straightening, Teeth Whitening  and Facial Aesthetics. Visit our blog to find out more about our latest news & events in our Northallerton practice.

Working Hours :
Monday, 9.30am - 6.15pm and Tuesday - Thursday, 8.30am - 5.45pm

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