Dental Nurse Apprentice

Summary

Looking for a motivated person who is keen to learn new skills to enhance their careers. All aspects of dental nursing and some admin skills will be taught.

Wage: £12,147.20 a year
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Training course: Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Hours: Working Week (Days and Hours) Monday, Wednesday, Thursdays and Fridays 8.30am -5.00pm. will need to work Saturdays as well 8.30am-13.00pm.
36 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date: Monday 3 March
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

Looking for a person to work 4 and a half days per week as part of a team and duties will include:

All chairside support to the dentist and hygienist.
The manipulation and application of dental materials across a range of dental treatment procedures.
Knowledge and application of a wide range of dental instruments and equipment relevant for dental procedures.
Decontamination and preparation of treatment rooms for a range of dental procedures.
Decontamination of dental devices using appropriate practice decontamination equipment after receiving the necessary vaccinations.
Decontamination equipment maintenance in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Waste segregation and disposal in accordance with the practice policies and procedures.
Use of the practice computer and X-ray systems
Completion of laboratory request forms and keeping records of all items sent, received and fitted.
Checking that all necessary laboratory work is returned and ready for each session.
Other duties which will be discussed on interview.

Where you’ll work

25 COPE STREET

BIRMINGHAM

B18 7BA

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 (integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Functional Skills, if required
Dental classes one day a week at a PTP training centre

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (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
IT skills
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Administrative skills
Team working

Other requirements

You will be working long hours in a busy practice. How will you travel to work?

About this company

Broadway Dental Suite are a mixed practice offering both NHS treatment and Private treatments such as; Invisalign, Implants and cosmetic work.

https://www.broadwaydentalsuite.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Can lead to becoming a Dental Hygienist

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

P.T.P. TRAINING LIMITED

PTP Training

ptprecruits@ptp-training.co.uk

01922 651100

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000297195.

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