Dental Nursing Apprentice

As a Dental Nurse, you are responsible for providing general chair side assistance to the Dentist while maintaining the day to day running requirements of the practice and its patients.

Some of the jobs listed below will be part of your day-to-day activity:

Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments Prepare the necessary materials and instruments Provide clinical assistance to the dentists and hygienist while treating the patient, under their supervision Take all reasonable methods to ensure patient comfort Continually interpret the needs of the patients and dentists or hygienist, and deal with them promptly and efficiently Building relationships with patients Proving patients with a high level of care Managing patient appointments Making sure all equipment is Sterilised and ready before procedures and treatments Reception duties

Training:

This course is delivered using a blended delivery model, an apprentice will spend 2 days per month at Bradford College undertaking classroom-based learning in addition to regular workplace assessments.

Upon successful completion of this apprenticeship, the apprentice will be awarded the following:

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing Functional Skills in maths and English Level 2 (if applicable)

Training Outcome:
There are a range of post registration courses available for dental nurses looking to further their education They may include a range of higher education qualifications or other work-related education and training to support continuing profession development We will be offering oral health practitioner level 4 and practice manager level 4 as possible progressions once you have completed your dental nurse apprenticeship

Employer Description:
At Huddersfield Dental Care, we offer professional and affordable treatments. We pride ourselves on our technology and professional standards, we're also proud of the relationships we have with our patients and the care we give them. We provide check-ups and regular hygiene appointments for over 10,000 patients. Whether you come to us for orthodontics, cosmetic work, to correct and transform your smile or just regular maintenance and cleaning to prevent future problems, we take our commitment to you very seriously. We're a modern 5 surgery practice committed to ensuring that you remember your experience for the high quality of the dentistry and the outstanding patient care.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday. 8.15am - 5.00pm and Friday, 8.15am - 4.00pm. 1 x Saturday a month paid at time and a half 8.30am-12.30pm

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