Dental Nursing Apprentice

Introduction

Level Vale Dental Practice are seeking a hardworking, enthusiastic Dental Nurse apprentice to join their team. The candidate will support in and around the surgery as well as admin duties. This is an excellent opportunity for a smart, ambitious and self-motivated individual to join a friendly environment.

About the Employer

What You'll Do

• Develop competence across a wide range of dental chair side support procedures
• Develop knowledge of a wide range of practical treatment procedures and the relevant support necessary to ensure effective outcomes
• Develop competence in the manipulation and application of dental materials across a wide range of dental treatment procedures
• Develop and demonstrate competence in decontamination and sterilisation of medical and dental devices within clinical and non-clinical environments, ensuring appropriate records are completed
• Be responsible as part of the clinical team for care of the patient from arrival to completion of treatment
• Other duties as necessary for the efficient operation of the practice (including the duties and tasks of a receptionist as and when required)
• Undergo training as may be required to develop skills and abilities
• Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR
• Act in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct.
• Recording of treatment including charting from the dentist’s instructions and other associated clerical work
• Preparation of filling materials, impression materials, instruments and equipment
• Cleaning away used instruments and materials and keeping the surgery clean and tidy
• First aid treatments for collapse e.g. coronary attack, fainting, bleeding tooth socket, epilepsy, etc.
• Triage of patients attending for emergency treatment
• Providing patients with pre- and post-operative instructions and information prior to safely discharging the patient following, for example, minor oral surgery and ensuring the instructions are understood
• Care and minor maintenance of equipment such as high-speed drills
• Maintaining stock levels in surgery and checking expiry dates. Re-ordering stocks when required

Training Outcome

Depending on the circumstances of the business, upon completion of the apprenticeship programme there could be a potential position of employment available.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Administrative skills

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Dental nurse (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Health and science

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Thursday, between 8:45am - 5:15pm. Friday, 8:45am - 4:00pm. Evening/Saturday shifts as and when required.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE