Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

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 practice 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

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:
Fence House Dental is new and exclusive dental clinic based in Macclesfield, It is located in elegant grade II listed Tudor building dating back to 1872. In 2021 Fence House has undergone a full refurbishment and now used as a medical and dental facility. We are proud to boast a dynamic team of professional general and cosmetic dentists. Our vision at Fence House Dental is to provide the best care and dental treatment in friendly and professional environment. We offer an extensive range of dental treatments starting from the general dentistry, including tooth-coloured fillings; crowns, bridges and dentures as well as cosmetic treatments such as teeth straightening and whitening. You owe it to yourself to be the best you can be- because Your smile is Our Passion!

Working Hours :
Hours will be based around clinic hours, Monday to Friday between 9am to 6pm.

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