Apprentice Dental Nurse - Rayleigh
MR HIMESH PATEL · East Of England · SS6 7LJ
About the role
Dental Nurse Apprentice | Earn While You Learn! 🦷✨
Are you ready to kickstart your career in the healthcare industry? We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team as Dental Nurse Apprentices! This is a fantastic opportunity to gain a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing, a 12-month government-funded course with City & Guilds. 🎓
What You'll Be Doing:
As an apprentice, you'll be an integral part of our dental practice, working alongside our amazing dental team. Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting dentists during treatments 👨⚕️👩⚕️
- Keeping our equipment super clean and ready for use (sterilising and preparing!) 🧼
- Handling reception duties – greeting patients, answering calls, and managing appointments 📞📅
- Ensuring patients have a positive and comfortable experience with us 🥰
- Supporting patient queries and providing a friendly face at the desk 👋
- Processing payments 💰
- Maintaining accurate patient records 📝
- Helping with stock management 📦
- And generally pitching in to help our dentists and senior team deliver top-notch patient care! 👍
What We're Looking For:
- A genuine interest in dentistry and helping people! 😊
- A willingness to learn and a proactive attitude. 💪
- Good communication skills. 🗣️
- Reliability and a strong work ethic. 💯
Important Next Steps:
- You'll need to pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. ✅
- You'll also need to have or be willing to get a Hepatitis B vaccine. 💉
The Perks:
- Fully Funded Apprenticeship: No cost to you for the Level 3 Extended Diploma! 💰
- Real-World Experience: Learn on the job in a supportive environment. 🤝
- Career Progression: Build a solid foundation for a rewarding career in dental nursing. 🚀
- Level 3 (A-level equivalent) Apprenticeship Standard.
Training Location:
Your training will take place right here at the dental surgery! 🏠
Functional Skills training will be provided if needed. 📚
Ready to join our team and make a real difference? Apply today! 🎉
Key responsibilities
- Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to dentists
- Sterilising and preparing equipment
- Undertake reception duties, including managing appointments and payments
- Support patients' wellbeing and dental experience
- Manage stock of equipment and supplies, and maintain cleanliness of dental areas