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:
At Didcot Dental Studio, we offer affordable treatments to patients of all generations. Our stunning new clinic has been purpose built to serve the local community, with two goals in mind, to make our patients healthy and happy. Our aim is to offer you a world class experience in a luxury and relaxed setting, with clinical excellence at the forefront of our mind. We strive for excellence in the treatment we provide and settle for nothing less.

Working Hours :
Varied shifts within these opening hours: Monday– 8:30am- 8pm Tuesday– 8:30am-8pm Wednesday– 8:30am- 5.30pm Thursday– 8:30am- 8pm Friday– 8:30am- 5.30pm Saturday– 10am- 4pm Sunday– 10am- 4pm

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