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 schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date

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:
Northfield Dental Practice is located in northern Ringwood at the edge of the New Forest National park and has been established for over 35 years. It is an independent private practice, currently owned and run by long term friends and colleagues Robin Tirrell and Viola Spoz. The practice is committed to providing top quality dental care in a relaxed, warm and friendly environment. If you are new to the area or just considering changing your dentist please give us a call or pop in for an informal chat with a member of our team. We look forward to meeting you soon.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday between 8:30am to 5:30pm.

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