Dental Nurse Apprentice

 The duties within this role include:

Assisting dentists during all clinical procedures in the surgery, which will include fillings, root canal treatment, bridges, crowns, denture preparation and extractions. Assisting therapists/hygienists with periodontal treatments and oral health promotion, plus charting and periodontal assessments. Carrying out all Health and Safety and Cross Infection policies and procedures within the dental surgery. Recording and storing notes, charting, medical history and radiographs on the computerised system. Disposing of all waste correctly, including clinical, sharps, specialist, amalgam, and normal domestic. Assisting with the preparation of the patient and equipment during the taking of x-rays and processing and storing images. The role may also involve reception duties, including answering the telephone, greeting patients, making appointments and recording them correctly on the system.

Training Outcome:

The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in dental nursing whilst gaining valuable experience in a dental practice.

Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified dental nurse, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in-demand. You could progress to acquire specialist qualifications in areas such as sedation, dental radiography, and oral health education.

You may take on more responsibilities as a trainer for other dental nurses or move into a management role within your dental practice. You might decide to apply for a course to qualify as a dental hygienist or therapist.

Employer Description:
Our relationship with a patient is a partnership. It is of paramount importance to fully understand our patients needs so that we can provide the optimum level of care. Every patient will have their own set of needs, desires, hopes and fears about dental treatment. We strive to provide the highest standards of treatment for every patient, at every appointment, in every aspect of dentistry. Our aim is for every patient who comes into the practice to feel at home, no matter what the reason for their visit. The whole team wants every patients journey at the practice to be relaxed, positive, and as unique as they are.

Working Hours :
Monday 08:15 to 17:15. Wednesday 08:15 to 17:15. Thursday 08:15 to 17:15. Friday 08:15 to 17:15.

Skills:
Communication skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Patience