Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

Greeting the patients, making sure they are settled and ready for their appointment Providing chair-side support to clinicians during dental procedures and ensuring patient comfort Preparing treatment rooms and sterilising instruments before procedures Receiving and preparing patients, ensuring a sensitive approach to patient-centered care Dealing with patient queries and assisting with administrative tasks, such as answering phones and greeting patients Charting key dental information during the appointment Gaining knowledge of dental instruments and equipment, as well as maintaining a clean and organised work environment. 

These responsibilities help trainees develop the skills necessary to become qualified dental nurses.

Training:

Training takes place at the dental practice. You will have weekly off the job activities to complete as well as teaching sessions to attend remotely via teams every two weeks. 

Training Outcome:

There are several options and specialisations for dental nurses looking to take the next step in their careers:

Practice manager  Clinical trainers Radiography Oral health practitioner Dental implants Dental sedation 

Employer Description:
Smiles are one of the first things people notice and at Higher Lane Dental Practice, we're dedicated to looking after yours. Listening carefully to your needs and smile aspirations, we'll involve you at every stage of your treatment. We're committed to making your experience as pleasant, enjoyable and comfortable as possible, and our highly personal service is focused on getting to know you as a person. You can have complete confidence in our friendly, skilled team's ability to deliver the best in modern dentistry, coupled with excellence in customer care.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday (Tues & Weds 8:30am-5.45pm, Mon & Thurs 9.00am-5.30pm) 30 mins for lunch.

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