Apprentice Dental Nurse
ALLERTON DENTAL LTD
Apprenticeship Level 3
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About the Role
The apprenticeship in dental nursing is an 18-month government-funded course: City & Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing. The job entails assisting the dentist, sterilising equipment, reception and any other ad hoc duties as may be required.
Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians. The role will also require working in other areas of the practice, such as:
- Reception
- Dealing with patient queries
- Answering the phone
- Taking payments and booking appointments
You will be required to be immunised against Hepatitis B. You will also need to pass a DBS check.
- With experience, you may be able to move into jobs like team manager, team leader or dental practice manager
- With further training, you could become a dental therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work. You could also become a dental hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums
- You might decide to train as an orthodontic therapist, helping dentists to improve the look and position of a patient's teeth
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https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/
About the Training
- This qualification is a level 3 advanced apprenticeship accredited by City & Guilds and is delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK
- Upon achievement, the apprentice will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3
- Functional Skills English & maths level 2 qualifications unless already exempt
About the Employer
Our aim is to preserve your natural teeth by the prevention of tooth decay and gum disease. We take great pride in offering the highest standards of dentistry and want to make your visits as pleasant as possible.
We offer NHS and private dental treatments in all our practices, and patients have the option to receive both NHS and private treatments.
All clinical and clerical members of the team are fully trained and undergo continued professional development to ensure we deliver the service you expect and deserve.
Above all, Carholme Dental Group offer a truly family-oriented service where everyone is welcome.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
Training Provider
TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED
Course/Training
Dental nurse (GDC 2023) (level 3)
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