Dental Nursing Apprentice Level 3

Successful candidates will provide clinical support to dentists, hygienists and patients. You will also assist the reception staff in any clerical duties and perform any other tasks as reasonably requested by the principal.

Other duties include:

Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and sterile as appropriate according to the practices health and safety and infection control procedures and manufacturers' instructions Provide chairside assistance, ensuring that the correct equipment is available Ensure the care and welfare of patients in a friendly, caring, helpful, courteous and professional manner Accurately complete patient clinical records as directed and being responsible for recording patient information on the practice database Handle all substances in accordance with health and safety policies Complete laboratory request forms, keep records of work sent, received and fitted 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 Dental Nurse (GDC) Functional Skills in maths and English Level 2 (if applicable)

Training Outcome:
There is 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 professional development We will be offering oral health practitioner Level 4 management Level 5 as possible progressions once you have completed your dental nurse apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Wyke Dental Practice is dedicated to providing all our patients with the best possible dental care. We offer both comprehensive NHS treatments as well as private dental care options. We are dedicated to providing the best possible dentistry, our practice has been equipped with your care in mind so you can rest assured your visits to us will be comfortable and relaxed.

Working Hours :
Monday: 9.00am– 7.00pm Tuesday: 8.30am– 5.30pm Wednesday: 8.30am– 5.30pm Thursday: 8.30am– 5.30pm Friday: 9.00am– 3.30pm

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