Apprentice Dental Nurse

Assisting the dentist in the surgery working the sterilisation room and the reception desk Dealing and communicating with patients Assisting with treatments and using the computer to record information Being responsible for the cleanliness of the surgery and readiness of instruments and materials for the dentist to use Carrying out reception duties such as; collecting payments, booking in appointments, answering the telephone, dealing with patient enquiries and filing paperwork correctly

Training:

As part of your apprenticeship and training, you will be required to attend Charles Clifford Dental Hospital once per week. 

Training Outcome:

Possibility of permanent employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. 

Employer Description:
We have a team of highly experienced dentists and dental nurses that are here to offer patient centred care in order to help you improve and maintain your oral health. We strive to provide a friendly and relaxing environment to help patients feel at ease. Thompson and Thomas have a long-standing reputation due to their commitment to both undergraduate and postgraduate education. Our team of dentist’s endeavour to keep up to date with changes and advancements in the field in order to provide the best education to the dentists of the future. Many of our team of dental nurses have additional qualifications, such as radiography, fluoride application and oral health education, to assist in providing the best care possible.

Working Hours :
Monday & Tuesday, 8:30am - 12:30pm, 2.00pm - 5:30pm. Wednesday, 8:30am - 1pm, 2pm - 5pm or 8:30am - 12:15pm, 1:15pm - 4:30pm. Thursday 8:30am - 12:30pm -- 2pm - 5pm OR 8:30am - 12:30pm -- 1:30pm - 5pm Friday 8:30am - 12:30pm -- 1pm - 4pm

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