Dental Nurse apprentice

Summary

We are looking for a dental nursing apprentice to join our busy team, learning all aspects of working in a dental environment whilst studying towards your dental nursing qualification. Also, the person must have the ability to work on reception as this closely relates to the dental nursing position and will be trained in this.

Annual wage: £9,984 a year
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Training course: Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Hours: Days and shifts are to be confirmed (exact hours to be advised to the suitable candidate directly) with 1 hour for lunch.
30 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 6 January
Duration: 1 year 9 months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

You will be working towards your Level 3 Dental Nursing apprenticeship by assisting in a range of duties relevant to your studies, you will also be set aside time to complete your learning.

Your duties will include:

Setting up and preparing the surgery for the type of patient and treatment planned before the start of each session
Undertaking necessary start up and end of day tests, keeping all necessary recordings in accordance with HTM 01-05 guidelines
Preparing the necessary materials and instruments
Providing clinical assistance to the dentists while treating the patient, under his / her supervision
Taking all reasonable methods to ensure patient comfort
Continually interpreting the needs of the patients and dentists, and dealing with them promptly and efficiently

Where you’ll work

35 Grasmere Road

Cheltenham

GL51 3PQ

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

GLOUCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE

Your training course

Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Adhere to legal and ethical responsibilities in line with General Dental Council requirements
Take responsibility for the integrity of own actions and completed work, recognising the limits of your competence and experience
Comply with current best practice guidelines
Put patients’ interests first and act to protect them by working in a patient-centred way
Effectively manage own time and resources
Provide chair side support during dental procedures
Monitor, support and reassure patients throughout all aspects of their treatment, ensuring patient-centred care
Communicate appropriately, effectively and sensitively at all times and through all media
Respect patients’ dignity and choices and act without discrimination
Check that valid consent is obtained for all treatments and personal care delivery
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Work in the clinical environment in a safe and efficient manner
Select and prepare the correct equipment, instruments and materials
Carry out and record maintenance and testing of equipment in line with local policy, procedures and the scope of your own role
Manage and perform effective decontamination and infection control procedures complying with legislative, local and current best practice guidelines
Mix, handle, store and dispose of materials in line with manufacturers recommendations
Create and update accurate and current patient records, including social, medical and dental history, storing and archiving them securely and in line with legislation
Carry out processing of radiographs in line with local procedures and rules
Make effective decisions regarding the safety of patients when taking a radiograph
Deliver appropriate and current evidence-based oral and general health advice
Recognise and support action to deal with medical emergencies
Respond to medical emergencies and be competent in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Take part in appraisal and ongoing review processes
Take part in continuous professional development activities
Reflect on how your daily practice complies with the General Dental Council requirements for continual improvement
Comply with personal development planning as specified by the General Dental Council
Participate in quality improvement activities as required
Be collaborative and work as part of the team
Adhere to legal and ethical responsibilities in line with General Dental Council requirements
Take responsibility for the integrity of own actions and completed work, recognising the limits of your competence and experience
Comply with current best practice guidelines
Put patients’ interests first and act to protect them by working in a patient-centred way
Effectively manage own time and resources
Provide chair side support during dental procedures
Monitor, support and reassure patients throughout all aspects of their treatment, ensuring patient-centred care
Communicate appropriately, effectively and sensitively at all times and through all media
Respect patients’ dignity and choices and act without discrimination
Check that valid consent is obtained for all treatments and personal care delivery
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Work in the clinical environment in a safe and efficient manner
Select and prepare the correct equipment, instruments and materials
Carry out and record maintenance and testing of equipment in line with local policy, procedures and the scope of your own role
Manage and perform effective decontamination and infection control procedures complying with legislative, local and current best practice guidelines
Mix, handle, store and dispose of materials in line with manufacturers recommendations
Create and update accurate and current patient records, including social, medical and dental history, storing and archiving them securely and in line with legislation
Carry out processing of radiographs in line with local procedures and rules
Make effective decisions regarding the safety of patients when taking a radiograph
Deliver appropriate and current evidence-based oral and general health advice
Recognise and support action to deal with medical emergencies
Respond to medical emergencies and be competent in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Take part in appraisal and ongoing review processes
Take part in continuous professional development activities
Reflect on how your daily practice complies with the General Dental Council requirements for continual improvement
Comply with personal development planning as specified by the General Dental Council
Participate in quality improvement activities as required
Be collaborative and work as part of the team

Your training plan

City & Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing
Group college delivery will take place once a month at our Cheltenham campus. Assessment will take place in the workplace (the number of visits will vary depending on each individual)

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 9 - 4 / A* - C)
Maths (grade 9 - 4 / A* - C)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Organisation skills
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

Pay: Possible pay increments upon appraisals every 3 months. Holiday entitlement: Standard including Bank Holidays. Staff benefits: uniform provided.

About this company

At Hatherley Dental Practice we provide high quality and affordable dental care in a relaxed and caring environment. Whether you come to us for a comprehensive examination, hygienist visit, or cosmetic makeover, we will endeavour to achieve the highest standards of care. We take pride in our work and our aim is to have happy and satisfied patients with healthy beautiful smiles. We are also committed to providing patient choice, education and information for our patients as a core part of helping to maintain your dental health.

http://www.hatherleydental.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Potential position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

GLOUCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE

GC Employer Training and Apprenticeships

Apprenitceshipvacancies@gloscol.ac.uk

0345 155 2020

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000289261.

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