Dental Nursing GDC Apprenticeship Level 3

We are looking for someone that enjoys working with people, building relationships and is passionate about providing excellent care to our patients.

As an apprentice dental nurse, your duties will include:

Working alongside the dentist, taking instructions from them and responding in an appropriate manner Maintaining good infection control procedures and adhering to policies and protocols Ensuring cleanliness of surgery, equipment and instruments used and carrying out general housekeeping duties Dictate information from the dentist and record patient information correctly Arrange appointments, answering calls and inputting data on the computer Assist with administration tasks and ensure records are kept up to date and to maintain confidentiality at all times

Dental nurses interact daily with patients and, therefore, you must be able to make patients feel welcome and offer reassurance to anxious patients, endeavouring to make their experience as comfortable as possible.

Training:

Level 3 Dental Nurse apprenticeship standard, which includes:

A level 3 qualification which has been approved by the General Dental Council as meeting the latest industry requirements for entry to the professional register as a dental nurse Level 2 functional skills in maths (if required) There will be limited sessions that will require college attendance at our Walsall Campus during the training period. All other sessions remain virtual on a once-weekly basis

Full-time apprentices will typically spend 18-24 months on-programme working toward the occupational standard, with off-the-job training. 

The focus is now on the outcome of an apprenticeship and apprentices must demonstrate the knowledge, skills and behaviours that employers have identified they need.

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is a potential full-time position offered to the right candidate.

Once qualified, you can register as a dental nurse with the General Dental Council. Progression routes are available, and you can study further in dental-related qualifications at Level 4:

Radiography Oral Health education Sedation

Employer Description:
For 25 years, the team at Chase Dental Practice have been providing care for: • Children • Adults • Those anxious or nervous about dentists, especially if they have had bad experiences in the past. We will do everything we can to put you at ease and will take time to explain, in language you will understand, any dental problems you might have and the various solutions available. We have a special interest in prevention and minimal intervention dentistry, so are keen to find ways to achieve a healthy mouth and attractive appearance with the minimal amount work to the teeth, thus preserving as much of your natural tooth structure as possible. Nothing is as good as the real thing!

Working Hours :
Practice operates Monday – Thursday 9am until 5.30pm and Fridays 9am until 12pm. Days and hours to be confirmed at interview stage.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Positive Attitude,Good Time Keeping