Apprentice Dental Nurse LWT Dental Care
A career entry role to join this renowned Dental Practice covering a diverse range of treatments and services. You will meet and greet patients, provide chair side support to the dentist in charge and carry out general patient record administration. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate high levels of professional presentation.
Closing date: 07 Jun 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,570.56
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Working week
Monday - Friday 8.45am - 5.30pm
Total hours per week: 38.5
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
12 Jun 2023
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Date posted
12 Apr 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000153690
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Reporting to the Practice Manager:
Duties and responsibilities will include:
- Greeting patients
- Chair side assistance to the dentist during restorative and surgical procedures
- Record patient’s clinical notes in computer
- Clean and prepare surgery between patients
- Clean used instruments after patients
- Additionally you will be expected to act as receptionist when necessary with routine clerical tasks: handling payments, booking appointments, answering phone
- Attend Charles Clifford Dental Hospital within the duration of the apprenticeship to study:
- Dental anatomy, Oral diseases, medical emergencies, dental radiography and sterilisation. You will learn about oral health promotion and preventative dentistry techniques. Some units will focus on patient care and management and you will cover legal and ethical issues
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Apprentice Standard Dental Nurse.
Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing.
On completion, the apprentice must register with the General Dental Council as a qualified Dental Nurse.
Includes End Point Assessment.
College attendance 1 day per week at Charles Clifford Dental Hospital 18 months, one-to-one training in the workplace and assessor visits every 6-8 weeks.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Sustained employment with registration to the General Dental Council as a qualified Dental Nurse.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
LWT Dental Care
https://www.lwtdentalcare.co.uk/the-practice
Address
719 ECCLESALL ROAD
SHEFFIELD
S11 8TG
Training
Training provider
SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
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