Dental Nurse Apprenticeship
EXCELLENCE-SOLUTIONS LIMITED
52 Borough High Street, London, SE1 1XN
Closes on Sunday 1 December
Posted on 13 September 2024
Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, and hardworking apprentice dental nurse to join our team. Assisting other dental health professionals, providing chair side support and a high level of patient care. This is an excellent opportunity for a smart, ambitious and self-motivated individual to join a friendly environment.
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Training course
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Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
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Hours
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Shifts are to be confirmed.
40 hours a week
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Possible start date
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Thursday 5 December
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
- Greeting patients
- Chairside assisting
- Stocking surgery
- Preparing the surgery prior to treatments
- Charting and managing patient data
- Mixing materials
- Keeping surgery tidy and clean
- Managing Infection prevention control
- Booking patients appointments
- Sterilisation and decontamination
- Processing of radiographs
Being an apprentice means that you will have in-house training as well as being placed on a Level 3 Diploma in a Dental Nursing course, this course will enable you to register with the general dental council once you have successfully passed all components of the course.
Where you’ll work
52 Borough High Street, London
SE1 1XN
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
EXCELLENCE-SOLUTIONS 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
- Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard qualification
- End Point Assessment (EPA)
- Functional Skills in English and maths if required
- Training location to be confirmed
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- Maths and 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
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
Are you satisfied with the starting minimum apprenticeship wage?
Can you commit to 15-18 months duration of the program?
About this company
We provide NHS services and also offer affordable private cosmetic treatments. Latest techniques and materials available. Most patients attend due to word of mouth and recommendation of others
After this apprenticeship
With experience you could:
- Move into a team leader, manager or dental practice manager position
- Serve in the armed forces as a dental nurse
- Become a dental hygienist or dental therapist with further training
- Become an orthodontic therapist to help dentists improve the look and position of patient's teeth
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
EXCELLENCE-SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Lynn Rojo
lynn.r@cpba.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is
VAC1000276720.
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Closes on Sunday 1 December
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