Apprentice Dental Nurse - Burnham
J K UBHI · East Of England · CM0 8AH
About the role
Apprentice Dental Nurse 🦷 - Level 3 Extended Diploma (12 Months)
Are you ready to kickstart a rewarding career in healthcare? ✨ Join our team as an Apprentice Dental Nurse and gain invaluable experience while studying for a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing, funded by the government and accredited by City & Guilds. This is your chance to learn, grow, and make a real difference! 🚀
What you'll be doing:
As an integral part of our practice, you'll be hands-on from day one. Your role will involve:
- Chair-side Assistance: Providing efficient and reliable support to our dentists during treatments. 🤝
- Sterilisation & Preparation: Ensuring all equipment is clean, sterilised, and ready for use. 🧼
- Patient Support: Greeting patients warmly, answering queries, and making sure they have a positive experience from arrival to departure. 😊
- Reception Duties: Managing calls, taking payments, booking appointments, and keeping patient records up-to-date. 📞🗓️
- Practice Operations: Assisting with stock management, cleaning dental areas, and contributing to the smooth running of the practice. 📦
- Teamwork: Working collaboratively with dentists and the senior team to deliver exceptional patient care. 💪
What we're looking for:
- A motivated and enthusiastic individual eager to learn.
- Great communication and people skills.
- A commitment to patient well-being.
Requirements:
- Successful completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. ✅
- Willingness to undergo a Hepatitis B vaccination. 💉
- You'll undertake your training directly at the dental surgery. 📍
- Functional Skills will be provided if required.
This is a Level 3 (A-level equivalent) Apprenticeship Standard, perfect for launching your career as a qualified Dental Nurse (GDC 2023).
Ready to join our dental family? Apply now! 🎉
Key responsibilities
- Providing efficient chair-side support to dentists
- Sterilising and preparing dental equipment
- Performing a range of reception duties, including handling queries and appointments
- Supporting patients' wellbeing and dental experience
- Recording and dealing with patient records