Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

Kingfisher PLC; Redditch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family dental practice in Redditch is offering an apprenticeship in dental nursing. You will assist dentists, manage patient interactions, and maintain equipment. This Level 3 Extended Diploma course will enable you to develop vital skills in patient care and teamwork. Opportunities for career advancement are available after completion.

Qualifications

• Required to assist dentists and prepare equipment.
• Ability to handle patient queries and manage records.
• Experience in sterilising tools and maintaining cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and prepare dental chairs and tools.
• Manage patient appointments and handle inquiries.
• Support patients’ overall dental experiences.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem-solving skills

Administrative skills

Team working

Initiative

Non-judgemental

Patience

Education

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing

Job description

The apprenticeship in dental nursing is an 18-month government-funded course by City & Guilds, a Level 3 Extended Diploma. Alongside your learning, your job role within the practice will entail assisting dentists, sterilising & preparing equipment, reception duties, and supporting patient experience.

The day-to-day duties of a dental nurse can span across all areas of the practice and can include:

• Reception, including answering the phone and greeting patients
• Dealing with patient queries
• Taking payments
• Booking appointments and follow-ups
• Sterilising and preparing equipment for dentists
• Recording and dealing with patient records
• Supporting patients' well-being and dental experience
• Cleaning dental areas, including chairs
• Managing stock of equipment and supplies
• Any other duties to support the dentists and senior team to provide effective patient care

Key responsibilities will also include:

• Identify relevant and appropriate dental, oral, craniofacial, and general anatomy
• Evaluate the health risks of prescribed, non-prescribed, and recreational drug use and misuse on oral and general health
• Evaluate the scientific principles underpinning the use of materials and Biomaterials
• Identify the signs of abuse, neglect, or emotional trauma
• Assess patients' levels of anxiety, experience, and expectations in respect of dental care and oral health
• Contribute to relevant special investigations and diagnostic procedures
• Undertake orthodontic assessment
• Obtain valid consent from patients
• Record an accurate and contemporaneous patient history
• Accurately record dental charting
• Accurately record an oral health assessment

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, or a dental hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums.

This qualification is a level 3 advanced apprenticeship accredited by City & Guilds and is delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning. Upon achievement, the apprentice will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3.

Required skills include:

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non-judgemental
• Patience

We are a well-established family dental practice in Redditch, proud of the service we provide. Our goal is to provide quality dental care to NHS and Private patients and help you have a smile that you're proud of!