Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

Summary

We are seeking a full time Apprenticeship Dental Nurse. The successful candidate must be hard working, good time keeper, pro active and demonstrate an attitude that respects and values commitment, practice values and our culture of compassionate care.

Annual wage: £12,979.20 a year
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Training course: Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Hours: The practice is open the following hours. Shift times to be confirmed. Mon 8:30am – 17:00pm, Tues & Wed 9:30am – 18:00pm Thurs 9:30am – 20:00pm Fri 9:30am – 16:00pm Sat 8:30am – 16:00pm (One Saturday a month, day off in lieu)
39 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 4 November
Duration: 2 years
Positions available: 1

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

Providing clinical chair-side assistance with Principal and Associate Dentists.

· Assisting with front office and administration tasks as needed.

· Decontamination duties and compliance with HTM 01 05. Ensuring maintenance and auditing of decontamination equipment is maintained daily.

· Contribute to clinical governance

· Communicate professionally and respectfully

· Competence in the dental nursing role and the materials and equipment used in the clinical setting, in accordance with instructions and procedures.

· Work independently and have responsibility for own actions.

· Continuously maintain high standards of cleanliness and infection control in line with current Code of Practice and Health and Safety.

· Demonstrate an overall awareness and commitment to continuous quality improvement.

· Ensure to act appropriately and provide excellent patient care on a daily basis.

Where you’ll work

Unit 4, 53 King Street,

Manchester

M2 4LQ

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

THE OLDHAM COLLEGE

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