Apprentice Dental Nurse CAMDEN PLACE DENTAL IMPLANT CENTRE LTD

This vacancy is for an Apprentice Dental Nurse based in Preston. As an Apprentice Dental Nurse, you will help the dentist in performing any type of dental care treatment and processes.

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Closing date: 30 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £14,196.00

  • Working week

    Mon - Thurs - 08:00 - 17:00 Fri - 08:00 - 16:00

    Total hours per week: 39

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 Jul 2023

  • Date posted

    28 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000158204

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The duties within this role include:

  • Assist the dentist/therapist/hygienist during all clinical procedures.
  • Carry out and be responsible for all Health and Safety and Cross Infection policies and procedures within the dental surgery.
  • Assist the dentist during all clinical procedures in the surgery which will include fillings, root canal treatment, bridge crown and denture preparation and extractions.
  • Assessments, this may also include minor oral surgery.
  • Assist the hygienist with scale and polish and oral health promotion plus charting and periodontal assessments.
  • Record and store notes, charting, medical history and radiographs on either paper based or computerised systems.
  • Reception duties which include answering the telephone, greeting patients, making appointments and recording them correctly on the system.
  • Disposing of all waste correctly, including clinical, sharps, specialist, amalgam, and normal domestic.
  • Assisting with the preparation of the patient and equipment during the taking of x-rays and processing and storing all images.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing.
  • Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English.
  • Safeguarding.
  • First Aid.
  • Preparation for the end point assessment.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Full time Dental Nurse position, Sedation and Implant nurse training.

Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified dental nurse, and as such you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.

You may take on more responsibilities as a trainer for other dental nurses or move into a management role within your dental practice, or decide to apply for a course to qualify as a dental hygienist or therapist.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade 4/C or above) Desired

Things to consider

Please do not contact the company direct. Please note; we reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a suitable number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply ASAP if you wish to be considered for this role.

About the employer

Camden PLace Dental Practice based in Preston is one of the leading dental implant practices in the North West of the UK. They provide the perfect solution to any dental issue from their city centre clinic. This includes Invisalign clear braces and teeth whitening services for those looking for a straighter, whiter smile.

Employer

CAMDEN PLACE DENTAL IMPLANT CENTRE LTD

Address

6 CAMDEN PLACE

PRESTON

PR1 3JL

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Training

Training provider

TRAINING 2000 LIMITED

Contact

Lauren Reddaway

lauren.reddaway@t2000.co.uk

0125454659

Apprenticeship standard

Dental nurse (integrated)

Level 3 (A level)

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