Apprentice Dental Nurse

Your main duties will be assisting the dentist with preparing instruments and equipment, mixing different materials as required and providing suction support.

You will undertake your practical duties such as:

Cross-infection control and decontamination Chairside clinical treatments supporting the dentist Processing of X-rays Accurate record keeping in line with the GDPR Possible rotation in the practice may also involve working in central decontamination and reception duties

Training:
The Apprentice will be working towards the Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard for a duration of 24 months which includes the City & Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing College attendance will be at the Colchester Institute (Colchester Campus) one day per week during term time During the course, all students are observed regularly in the workplace, undertaking clinical duties and ensuring they are following safe working practice

Training Outcome:
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship you will gain a Licence to Practice qualification that will allow you to register with the General Dental Council and you can apply for registered/qualified positions There may be opportunities for you to study further and apply for other positions within the dental industry

Employer Description:
The practice has been well established for over 50 years, offering a high standard of quality dentistry. We carry out all a full range of NHS dental treatment and where some treatments are not possible on the NHS, alternative private options are available. It is our philosophy to promote good dental health at all times and we are committed to providing a friendly pain free experience. Our dentist is conveniently located in Ipswich, close to all major public transport networks. As well as NHS dentistry we are pleased to offer a wide range of cosmetic dentistry and specialist treatments, carried out by the practice principal, Specialist Prosthodontist Hiten Pabari and his team of associates. We are confident that we can deliver some of the most comprehensive dentistry in Ipswich and for patients travelling to us from further afield.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 5.00pm, Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm. Lunch breaks 1.00pm - 2.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Trustworthy,Manual dexterity