Apprentice Dental Nurse

Summary

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to become an integral and vital part of Fox Hollies Dental Practice. You will work in surgery greeting patients, putting them at ease and assisting the Dentist complete an array of tasks. Full training both in Practice and day release to complete Dental Nurse Level 3 Qualification.

Annual wage: £12,646.40 a year
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Training course: Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Hours: Monday, 8.00am - 7.15pm, Tuesday, 8.00am - 5.45pm, Training with college will take place at the practice on Tuesdays (9.00am - 11.00am) Wednesday, 8.00am - 7.15pm Thursday, 8.00am - 5.45pm Lunch break: 1 hour: 1-2 pm 10 Saturdays a year from 8.30am - 1.15pm
38 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 9 December
Duration: 1 year 6 months
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

Ensure completion of your regulated and certified Dental Nursing qualification under the guidance of the Lead Dental Nurse
Attend all college sessions online or in person in pursuit of qualification completion
Initially to observe the following responsibilities, in order to learn the processes, however completion of these duties is expected once suitably able and qualified
Keep the clinical areas, equipment and instruments clean, tidy and sterile and according to the practice’s health & safety, infection control procedures and manufacturers' instructions
Use all equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and ensure that they are maintained regularly and in good working order
Provide chairside assistance, ensuring that the correct equipment is available
Ensure the care and welfare of patients
Accurately complete patient clinical records as directed
Handle all substances in accordance with health and safety policies
Be familiar and comply with all health and safety rules and guidance, including PPE, COSHH, mercury handling, infection control, waste disposal etc
Develop and file radiographs and change radiographic solutions as directed
Complete laboratory request forms, keep records of work sent, received and fitted
Ensure adequate stocks of materials and other items within the surgery
Request the ordering of new stock supplies as necessary
Ensure computer/written records are accurately maintained and securely stored
Liaise with reception to ensure smooth patient communications and transfer of records
Attend and participate in practice meetings
Other duties as necessary for the efficient operation of the practice (perhaps including the duties and tasks of receptionist as required)
Undergo training as may be required to develop skills and abilities
Act in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct

Where you’ll work

27 Fox Hollies Road

Acocks Green

Birmingham

B27 7TU

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

BIRMINGHAM METROPOLITAN 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
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 (integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4/C or above)
Maths (grade 4/C or above)

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
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

About this company

Our friendly caring team have a passion for improving smiles. Fox Hollies Dental Practice is proud to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2019. The reason for our longevity is our interest in people. We care about you and take the time to get to know you as a person, not just a set of teeth.

https://www.foxholliesdentalpractice.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the right candidate could be offered a full-time role with progression on to more advanced learning programmes

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BIRMINGHAM METROPOLITAN COLLEGE

BMet Recruitment Team

recruitment@bmet.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000287840.

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Closes in 14 days (Tuesday 3 December at 11:59pm)

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