Apprentice Dental Nurse

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, taking payments and booking appointments.

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 BUSHEY DENTAL SURGERY Located in the heart of Bushey Village, we have been supporting the local community with high-quality dental care for over 60 years. We take great pride in the excellent NHS and private treatments we offer and warmly welcome new patients to join our growing practice. With patients from all parts of Hertfordshire and Watford, our passion is to deliver exceptional service to all of our patients and help provide them with beautiful, bright, healthy smiles.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 08:00 - 17:30

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