Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians. 

The day-to-day duties of a dental nurse can span across all areas of the practice and can include:

Reception, including answering the phone and greeting patients  Dealing with patient queries  Taking payments  Booking appointments and follow-ups  Sterilising and preparing equipment for dentists  Recording and dealing with patient records  Supporting patients' wellbeing and dental experience  Cleaning dental areas, including chairs  Managing stock of equipment and supplies   Any other duties to support the dentists and senior team to provide effective patient care

Training:
This qualification is a level 3 advanced apprenticeship accredited by City & Guilds and is delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK Upon achievement, the apprentice will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3

Training Outcome:
With experience, you may be able to move into jobs like team manager, team leader or dental practice manager With further training, you could become a dental therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work You could also become a dental hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums You might decide to train as an orthodontic therapist, helping dentists to improve the look and position of a patient's teeth

Health careers:

https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/

Employer Description:
Welcome to Nailsea Dental Practice, Dentist in Nailsea. All our dentists adhere to the rules governing the profession under strict guidance from the General Dental Council (GDC) ''Standards for Dental Professionals''. Do you want a fantastic smile or a new look to bring back your confidence and make you feel younger? Maybe you’re simply looking for a friendly practice to maintain a family of healthy mouths. At Nailsea Dental Practice, our skilled professionals use the most up-to-date technology to provide gentle, affordable, quality treatments and smile makeovers. Nailsea Dental Practice is located in Nailsea, Backwell, Long Ashton, Portishead, and Clevedon, near Bristol. We’re a modern practice committed to ensuring you remember your experience for the high quality of dentistry and outstanding patient care. To that end, we are constantly refreshing our technology and knowledge for your benefit. While we pride ourselves on our technology and professional standards, we’re also proud of our relationships with our patients and the care we give them. Nailsea Dental Practice is a place where nerves are calmed, where we take the time to get to know you and your needs, and where your smile makes us smile. Whether you come to us for general dentistry or cosmetic work to correct and transform your smile, we take our commitment to you very seriously. Perhaps you are after reconstructive or repair work or just regular maintenance and cleaning to prevent future problems. Be sure we are here to help you. The first thing you will notice when you come to Nailsea Dental Practice is that we listen. We believe the dental experience is about you, so we take special care to learn about your dental needs and aspirations. Based on those discussions, we will come up with a plan for your ongoing treatment and care. We put no pressure on you to adopt a treatment—you’re in charge—but we will give you professional advice and options wherever possible. We look forward to making your dental dreams come true.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.45am - 5.15pm.

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