Apprentice Dental Nurse

Assist the dentist during dental procedures Prepare and sterilise dental instruments and equipment Take and develop dental x-rays Provide chairside assistance to the dentist Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care Maintain accurate medical documentation and records Take responsibility for the decontamination of instruments Maintain dental operating equipment  Ensure that all relevant materials and supplies are in place Look after patient records - including making notes when the dentist  is examining a patient Work closely with the dentist, responding quickly to requests and generally keeping the surgery ready for use

Training:
You will be in the workplace for 4 days per week gaining knowledge and practical skills Attend Bucks College Group 1 day per week to complete tasks and coursework working towards gaining the dental nurse qualification 

Training Outcome:

This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist, or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, clinical research or practice manager.

Employer Description:

A three-surgery mixed NHS and Private dental practice in the centre of a busy market town. The practice offers a full range of general dental services, hygienist treatment and is active in clinical research.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday with a day off during the week. One hour lunch break. 8.30am to 5.45pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Personable,Flexible,Enthusiastic,Passion & desire for dental,Great customer focus