Apprentice Dental Nurse WHITE FRIARS HOUSE DENTAL PR
Being a dental nurse is demanding but a highly rewarding profession where you can use your personality to welcome and reassure patients. You will appreciate the need for excellent customer care paired with the very best dentistry.
Closing date: 20 Feb 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£9,129.38
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 08:30 - 17:00 (1 hour lunch) Wednesday, Friday, 08:30 - 16:00 (30 min lunch)
Total hours per week: 36.5
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Expected duration
2 Years
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Possible start date
06 Mar 2023
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Date posted
21 Nov 2022
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000108839
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Positions
2 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
We are searching for a motivated, confident, bubbly and friendly individual to join our team.
Below is a summary of the role of an apprentice Dental Nurse. The training will be supported and supervised by the Practice Manager and other team members. This is what will ultimately be achieved.
Employment duties:
- Assist dentist, hygienist or therapist by providing dental chairside support duties relevant to stage of competence under supervision of a named GDC registrant in accordance with the GDC guidance for trainee dental nurses
- Work towards a nationally recognised qualification leading to the registration with the GDC
- Follow all practice policies and procedures
- Establish, promote and maintain productive working relationships with all of the dental team
- Liaise with the practice manager on all matters concerning administration, pay and conditions
- Assist with reception duties and perform other clerical duties if required
- Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work
Develop and demonstrate competence in:
- The chairside support procedures
- The manipulation and application of dental materials across a range of dental treatment procedures
- Knowledge and application of a wide range of dental instruments and equipment relevant for dental procedures
- Decontamination and preparation of treatment rooms for a range of dental procedures
- Decontamination of dental devices using appropriate practice decontamination equipment after receiving the necessary vaccinations
- Decontamination equipment maintenance in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
- Waste segregation and disposal in accordance with the practice policies and procedures
- Use of the practice computer and X-ray systems
- Completion of laboratory request forms and keeping records of all items sent, received and fitted
- Checking that all necessary laboratory work is returned and ready for each session
Provide patient support by:
- Liaising with reception over appointments for each patient
- Escorting patients from the waiting room to the surgery, confirming the patient’s medical history is up-to-date and communicating to the dentist or hygiene therapist any change in medical history or problems that he/she has noted
- Monitoring, supporting and reassuring patients
- Supporting the patient and colleagues if there is an emergency
- Providing appropriate advice to patients
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Progression from watching to shadowing and then ‘flying solo’ over the space of a few months, depending on the learner
Level 3 Dental Nurse apprenticeship standard, which includes:
- Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
- Dental Nursing can lead to several post qualifications including radiology, oral health education and further education to become a dental hygiene therapist
- You will learn how to become a fantastic dental nurse which will in turn open opportunities to further your career within dentistry
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Level 4/Grade C or above) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
WHITE FRIARS HOUSE DENTAL PR
Address
14 WHITE FRIARS
CHESTER
CH1 1NZ
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
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