Apprentice Dental Nurse - Gainsborough

About the role

Dental Nurse Apprenticeship 🦷 - Level 3 Extended Diploma (12-Month Course)

Ready to kickstart your career in healthcare? ✨ We're looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Dental Nurse Apprentices! This 12-month, government-funded program, accredited by City & Guilds, will equip you with a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing.

What you'll be doing:

• Chair-side Support: Work closely with our dentists, providing efficient and reliable assistance during procedures. 🧑‍⚕️
• Infection Control: Master the art of sterilising and preparing vital equipment to the highest standards. 🧼
• Patient Experience: Be the friendly face and helping hand for our patients, ensuring they feel comfortable and supported throughout their visit. 😊
• Practice Operations: Get involved in a variety of tasks including answering phones, greeting patients, handling queries, taking payments, and managing appointments. 📞💳📅
• Record Keeping: Accurately record and manage patient information. ✍️
• Stock Management: Keep our supplies organised and accounted for. 📦
• Team Player: Support our dentists and senior team to deliver exceptional patient care. 🤝

What you'll need:

• A commitment to learning and personal development. 🌱
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.🗣️
• A keen eye for detail. 🧐
• To pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. ✅
• To be willing to get a Hepatitis B vaccine. 💉

About the Apprenticeship:

• Qualification: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing (A-Level equivalent).
• Duration: 12 months.
• Location: Training conducted on-site at the dental surgery.
• Functional Skills: Provided if required.

This is more than just a job; it's a pathway to a rewarding career! 🚀

Key responsibilities

• Assisting dentists with chair-side support
• Sterilising and preparing equipment
• Performing reception duties, including handling queries and appointments
• Supporting patients' wellbeing and dental experience
• Recording and managing patient records

Skills