Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

Assist the dental operator in organising the day’s activities. Monitor day lists and appointment diary and update as necessary. Prepare the surgery for use at the beginning of the session and clear up at the end of the session consistent with Health and Safety protocol. Anticipate the dental operator’s requirements across a broad range of clinical procedures. Assist the dental operator in the provision of dental treatment and to supervise the patient until they are fit to leave the department. Provide pre and post-operative instructions for patients in agreement with the dental operator. Assist the dental operator in making arrangements for appropriate follow up care. Maintain hand pieces, aspirators and other equipment. Process and mount radiographs. Arrange for the timely supply of materials and laboratory work. Utilise keyboard skills for data entry on dental software programme. Greet patients at the door and escort to and from the surgery. Make appointments for patients in person or on the telephone for the dentist and hygienist. Be able to communicate comfortably and effectively with patients about money and accept and record payments for treatment in the appropriate manner.

Training:

Dental Nurse (integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship standard.

A level 3 qualification which has been approved by the General Dental Council as meeting the requirements for entry to the professional register as a dental nurse.

You will attend weekly, off-the-job training sessions at Oldham College.

Training Outcome:
Qualified Dental Nurse

With experience, you could:

Move into a team leader, manager or dental practice manager position. Become a dental hygienist or dental therapist with further training. Become an orthodontic therapist to help dentists improve the look and position of patient's teeth.

Employer Description:
At Greenfield Dental Aesthetics we pride ourselves on providing the best possible care for our patients, we ensure this by listening to our patients views and providing dentistry in our welcoming practice with a team who is skilled in their work. We provide for new and existing patients a wide range of general dental treatments and services to fit everybody’s needs. We also offer a range of cosmetic dental treatments to help improve the look of your teeth, so that you can smile with confidence! Our cosmetic dental treatments include, Braces, Aligners (including Invisalign), Composite Bonding, teeth whitening and implants.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday. Working hours to be agreed.

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