Dental Nurse Apprentice
XAVERIAN DENTAL PRACTICE LIMITED
Stoke on Trent, ST4 8HA
Closes in 6 days (Monday 30 September at 11:59pm)
Posted on 1 August 2024
Summary
We are looking for a motivated apprentice to undertake their dental nurse apprenticeship with ourselves. We are hard working and a patient focused team; We constantly strive to deliver excellent patient care.
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Training course
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Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
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Hours
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Mon - Fri 7:45 - 5pm
41 hours a week
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Possible start date
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Wednesday 2 October
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and
work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
We are seeking a Trainee Dental Nurse to join our team in providing high-quality dental care to our patients. The ideal candidate will have a passion for patient care and excellent organisational skills - Assist the dentist during dental procedures - Maintain a clean and sterile environment in the dental surgery - Prepare and sterilise instruments and equipment - Provide chairside assistance to the dentist - Process dental X-Rays - Manage patient records accurately Be able to work independently and as part of a team. Strong communication skills - Strong patient care skills with a compassionate approach - Ability to communicate effectively with patients of all ages - Exceptional organisational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently We are looking for an apprentice to work 5 days per week alongside the dentist and a team of dental nurses, with time allocated within this week for a release to the training provider. The candidate will have Maths and English at Level 4 or above as this is a requirement of the apprenticeship.
Where you’ll work
1 New Inn Lane
Stoke on Trent
ST4 8HA
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or
other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
P.T.P. TRAINING LIMITED
Your training course
Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Adhere to legal and ethical responsibilities in line with General Dental Council requirements
Take responsibility for the integrity of own actions and completed work, recognising the limits of your competence and experience
Comply with current best practice guidelines
Put patients’ interests first and act to protect them by working in a patient-centred way
Effectively manage own time and resources
Provide chair side support during dental procedures
Monitor, support and reassure patients throughout all aspects of their treatment, ensuring patient-centred care
Communicate appropriately, effectively and sensitively at all times and through all media
Respect patients’ dignity and choices and act without discrimination
Check that valid consent is obtained for all treatments and personal care delivery
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Work in the clinical environment in a safe and efficient manner
Select and prepare the correct equipment, instruments and materials
Carry out and record maintenance and testing of equipment in line with local policy, procedures and the scope of your own role
Manage and perform effective decontamination and infection control procedures complying with legislative, local and current best practice guidelines
Mix, handle, store and dispose of materials in line with manufacturers recommendations
Create and update accurate and current patient records, including social, medical and dental history, storing and archiving them securely and in line with legislation
Carry out processing of radiographs in line with local procedures and rules
Make effective decisions regarding the safety of patients when taking a radiograph
Deliver appropriate and current evidence-based oral and general health advice
Recognise and support action to deal with medical emergencies
Respond to medical emergencies and be competent in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Take part in appraisal and ongoing review processes
Take part in continuous professional development activities
Reflect on how your daily practice complies with the General Dental Council requirements for continual improvement
Comply with personal development planning as specified by the General Dental Council
Participate in quality improvement activities as required
Be collaborative and work as part of the team
Adhere to legal and ethical responsibilities in line with General Dental Council requirements
Take responsibility for the integrity of own actions and completed work, recognising the limits of your competence and experience
Comply with current best practice guidelines
Put patients’ interests first and act to protect them by working in a patient-centred way
Effectively manage own time and resources
Provide chair side support during dental procedures
Monitor, support and reassure patients throughout all aspects of their treatment, ensuring patient-centred care
Communicate appropriately, effectively and sensitively at all times and through all media
Respect patients’ dignity and choices and act without discrimination
Check that valid consent is obtained for all treatments and personal care delivery
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Work in the clinical environment in a safe and efficient manner
Select and prepare the correct equipment, instruments and materials
Carry out and record maintenance and testing of equipment in line with local policy, procedures and the scope of your own role
Manage and perform effective decontamination and infection control procedures complying with legislative, local and current best practice guidelines
Mix, handle, store and dispose of materials in line with manufacturers recommendations
Create and update accurate and current patient records, including social, medical and dental history, storing and archiving them securely and in line with legislation
Carry out processing of radiographs in line with local procedures and rules
Make effective decisions regarding the safety of patients when taking a radiograph
Deliver appropriate and current evidence-based oral and general health advice
Recognise and support action to deal with medical emergencies
Respond to medical emergencies and be competent in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Take part in appraisal and ongoing review processes
Take part in continuous professional development activities
Reflect on how your daily practice complies with the General Dental Council requirements for continual improvement
Comply with personal development planning as specified by the General Dental Council
Participate in quality improvement activities as required
Be collaborative and work as part of the team
Your training plan
- Dental Nurse Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Functional Skills may be required if necessary
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- Maths (grade 4)
- English (grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can
adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Creative
- Customer care skills
- Initiative
- Organisation skills
- Patience
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
Other requirements
Candidates will need to pass a DBS check to start the role
How would you get to your place of work?
About this company
Family private dental practice
Family run, friendly team
2 Dentists, 4 Dental Therapists
3 Senior Qualified Nurses and 3 apprentices
Supportive environment in a modern friendly practice
CT Scanner and Intra Oral Scanners
After this apprenticeship
- There will be a full time position for the right candidate
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
P.T.P. TRAINING LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is
VAC1000268706.
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Closes in 6 days (Monday 30 September at 11:59pm)
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